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France, Italy Plan International Military Presence in Lebanon Post-UNIFIL
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First reported by Srugim · 3 hours ago
What happened
France and Italy are planning to establish a UN-backed international military presence in Lebanon following the scheduled withdrawal of UNIFIL by the end of 2026. This initiative aims to ensure stability in southern Lebanon amidst ongoing Israeli-Lebanese talks.
- 01France and Italy plan new international military presence in Lebanon.
- 02This presence would follow UNIFIL's withdrawal by end of 2026.
- 03Lebanese President Aoun wants UNIFIL to stay.
- 04The plan aims to ensure stability in southern Lebanon.
- 05Discussions involve Hezbollah's disarmament and removal.
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