Israel and Lebanon start a third round of direct talks in Washington, DC, with representatives from both sides meeting for the first day of the talks. Euronews reports the meetings extend into a second day as the process continues. The talks take place while fighting persists between Israel and Hezbollah, which operates in Lebanon. The reports describe the current round as the third set of direct negotiations between the two parties, indicating an ongoing diplomatic effort even as hostilities continue on the ground. While the sources confirm the location, timing, and that discussions are ongoing, they do not provide details of specific negotiating topics, proposed terms, or agreed timelines. The coverage reflects a parallel track: diplomacy in Washington alongside continued conflict involving Israel and Hezbollah. No figures, ceasefire announcements, or outcomes from the talks are included in the provided summaries.