Rubio to attend direct rare talks between Israel and Lebanon

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The Lebanese authorities first want to broker a ceasefire in Israel’s ongoing war with Hezbollah. However, Israel has ruled that out, insisting that the Iran-backed group must be disarmed. Hezbollah has rejected the talks and said it won't abide by anything that's agreed. US Vice President JD Vance accuses Iran of 'economic terrorism' in Strait of Hormuz as US blockade comes into effect . We look at what impact this will have on the globally economy and in particular how China will react to the potential damage to the global economy. (Photo: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio gives remarks as he meets with New Zealand Foreign Minister. Credit: Aaron Schwartz/Reuters)