Lebanon and Israel 'at critical stage' in maritime border talks –U.S. Official

A deserted post for the Lebanese army is seen in Naqoura, near the Lebanese-Israeli border, southern Lebanon, October 6, 2022. REUTERS/Aziz Taher

Lebanon and Israel are at "a critical stage" in negotiations to demarcate their shared maritime border and "gaps have narrowed," a U.S. official said on Thursday.

"We remain committed to reaching a resolution and believe a lasting compromise is possible," the official said.

(Reporting by Timour Azhari; Editing by Chris Reese)