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US Criticizes Israeli Defense Minister Katz Over Troop Presence in South Lebanon

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US Criticizes Israeli Defense Minister Katz Over Troop Presence in South Lebanon
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What happened

The US criticized Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz for declaring a permanent Israeli military presence in southern Lebanon, calling it a breach of the framework agreement with Lebanon and the US. Katz insisted the IDF will remain to protect Israel, while the US reaffirmed support for Lebanon's sovereignty and expects a phased Israeli withdrawal tied to Hezbollah's disarmament.

  • 01US condemns Israeli Defense Minister Katz's call for permanent troops in southern Lebanon.
  • 02US official says permanent Israeli presence violates framework agreement with Lebanon.
  • 03Katz declared IDF will stay long-term in security zones including southern Lebanon.
  • 04US supports Lebanon's territorial integrity and phased Israeli withdrawal.
  • 05Framework agreement requires Hezbollah disarmament before Israeli redeployment.
  • 06Tensions rise between Israel and US over security and diplomatic disagreements.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 13, 2026
US Criticizes Israeli Defense Minister Katz Over Troop Presence in South Lebanon
MaarivCenter · HebrewAug 13, 2026
US Rejects Israeli Defense Minister Katz’s Statement on Long-Term IDF Presence in South Lebanon
YnetCenter · HebrewAug 12, 2026
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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 12, 2026
US Challenges Israeli Defense Minister Katz Over Permanent Presence in South Lebanon
WallaCenter · HebrewAug 12, 2026
US Official Says Permanent Israeli Military Presence in South Lebanon Contradicts Agreements