Direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel started in Washington.
Under United States sponsorship.
With Marco Rubio participation.
To seek a ceasefire agreement.
However expectations remain limited.
As Israel rejects discussing truce terms.
Key issues include Hezbollah disarmament.
And border disputes.
As well as post-war arrangements.
Such as displaced return and reconstruction.
This comes amid field escalation.
In southern Lebanon recently.
