US envoy: resolving border talks with Israel will help crisis-hit Lebanon

While pledging not to abandon US interests in Lebanon, Hale said resolving a maritime border dispute with Israel would "have potential to unlock significant economic benefits for Lebanon."

AN ISRAELI military observation tower overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and part of the maritime border with Lebanon, is seen near Rosh Hanikra. (Ammar Awad/Reuters)

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APRIL 15, 2021 17:12

Updated: APRIL 15, 2021 17:13

US envoy: resolving border talks with Israel will help crisis-hit Lebanon

While pledging not to abandon US interests in Lebanon, Hale said resolving a maritime border dispute with Israel would "have potential to unlock significant economic benefits for Lebanon."

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US envoy: resolving border talks with Israel will help crisis-hit Lebanon

While pledging not to abandon US interests in Lebanon, Hale said resolving a maritime border dispute with Israel would "have potential to unlock significant economic benefits for Lebanon."

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