The U.S. State Department announced that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by 45 days "to enable progress on the matter." The decision was made after two days of diplomatic talks between representatives of the countries in Washington. It was also reported that "the State Department will re-enter the political track of negotiations on June 2 and 3. In addition, a security track will be launched at the Pentagon on May 29 with the participation of military delegations from both countries. We hope these discussions will advance sustainable peace between the two countries."

