Deutsche Welle6/20/2026World1 min read
US Envoy to Restart Peace Talks in Switzerland Amid Lebanon Ceasefire
Quick Look
- US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff heads to Switzerland to revive peace talks between Lebanon and Israel, following a ceasefire announcement by Hezbollah and Israel.
- Despite the truce, reports indicate ongoing Israeli airstrikes.
- Jared Kushner is also expected to attend.
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Why It Matters
US and Iran are working to salvage peace talks in Switzerland after the initial round was postponed due to heavy fighting in Lebanon. A ceasefire has been announced between Israel and Hezbollah, but reports of new airstrikes persist.
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Special envoy Steve Witkoff is flying to Switzerland to restart peace process
Lebanon media reports new Israeli airstrikes, multiple deaths
Hezbollah and Israel announced a ceasefire on Friday afternoon
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Open Questions
- Will the ceasefire hold?
- What is the outcome of the Switzerland talks?
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This article was originally published by Deutsche Welle.
