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Christian Leaders in South Lebanon Request Israeli Annexation and Citizenship
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Christian leaders in South Lebanon have asked Israel to annex their villages and grant citizenship, a request Israel declined citing diplomatic agreements but promised protection against Hezbollah. The IDF presence remains as long as Hezbollah is armed, with local Christians preferring Israeli forces over Hezbollah control.
- 01Christian leaders in South Lebanon requested Israeli annexation and citizenship for their villages.
- 02Israel rejected annexation due to a U.S.-brokered agreement with Lebanon and no territorial ambitions.
- 03IDF promised to protect the Christian community from Hezbollah and the Shiite population.
- 04The request challenges claims that Israel targets Lebanese Christians for religious reasons.
- 05A local Christian resident called Hezbollah the true occupier and preferred Israeli presence.
- 06Israel plans to stay in South Lebanon as long as Hezbollah remains armed.
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