A group of Western leaders have condemned the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, and called on both parties to start talks for a "sustainable political solution".
The leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom issued a statement Monday, calling on Hezbollah to stop attacking Israel, targeting civilians, and disarm. They condemned Hezbollah's decision to join Iran in hostilities, which further jeopardizes regional peace and security.
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