Lebanese Army Begins Entering Areas as IDF Starts Partial Withdrawal from South Lebanon
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First reported by Ynet · 18 hours ago
What happened
Following US-led talks, the Lebanese army has begun entering areas vacated by the IDF in southern Lebanon as part of a pilot withdrawal program. The initiative aims to disarm Hezbollah and reposition forces under close US supervision, with Israel maintaining readiness to respond to violations. The move follows a framework agreement signed in June and ongoing coordination among Israel, Lebanon, and the US.
- 01Lebanese army starts entering areas vacated by IDF in southern Lebanon pilot withdrawal.
- 02US-led talks in Rome led to the pilot program in three southern Lebanese villages.
- 03IDF coordinates with US and Lebanese forces, ready to act against violations.
- 04Pilot aims to disarm Hezbollah and test Lebanese army sovereignty in the south.
- 05Netanyahu links peace to Hezbollah disarmament and criticizes Hamas' stance.
- 06IDF Chief says Lebanese army must fulfill obligations; IDF remains prepared for rapid response.
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