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Lebanon Insists on Full Israeli Withdrawal as Ceasefire Nears Expiration
Lebanese officials are seeking support from U.S. President Trump amid resuming talks with Israel. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that any agreement must include a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from a seized buffer zone in Lebanon. The ceasefire is set to expire soon, prompting renewed negotiations.
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Lebanon is turning to U.S. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam emphasized that no deal can proceed without a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from territory in southern Lebanon. The talks have resumed following Israel's establishment of a buffer zone in the region.
Negotiations Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told The Washington Post that Lebanon requires a complete pullback of Israeli troops. This condition comes after Israel seized control of the buffer zone during recent conflicts. The ceasefire, now nearing expiration, has heightened the urgency of these discussions.
“any deal requires a “full withdrawal” of Israeli forces”
to reports from Al Jazeera, the Lebanese Prime Minister stated that the country cannot sign any agreement lacking a full withdrawal of Israeli forces. This stance reflects Lebanon's demand for restoring pre-conflict borders. The buffer zone was taken by Israel amid ongoing tensions in the area.
This approach aims to influence Israel's position on the withdrawal. The negotiations involve addressing the occupied territory in Lebanon, with both sides preparing for potential extensions or breakdowns in the ceasefire.
