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Following the direct negotiations that took place on April 14, the first high-level, U.S.-mediated talks between Lebanese and Israeli representatives since 1993, This Is Beirut spoke to residents on the ground to understand their views on the discussions and what they hope comes next.

Many expressed support for direct negotiations, saying they see them as the only viable path to ending repeated cycles of war and opening the door to lasting peace.