Beirut, May 1 -- US Embassy in Lebanon on Friday said that Lebanon stands at a crossroads where its people have the opportunity to reclaim their country as an independent nation.

The Embassy said that has given Lebanon the space and the opportunity to put all of its legitimate demands on the table with the full attention of the United States Government.

"Lebanon stands at a crossroads. Its people have a historic opportunity to reclaim their country and shape their future as a truly sovereign, independent nation. Direct engagement between Lebanon and Israel, two neighboring countries that should have never been at war, can mark the beginning of a national revival. The extended Cessation of Hostilities, achieved at the personal request of...