Despite public statements to the contrary, Israel and Lebanon are negotiating a partial IDF pullback from southern Lebanon. Sources familiar with the talks describe difficulties and a tense atmosphere, according to a report.
A new report indicates that Israel and Lebanon are quietly discussing a partial IDF withdrawal from southern Lebanon, contrary to public statements from officials downplaying such talks. Sources familiar with the negotiations described them as difficult and carried out in a tense atmosphere. The development follows a series of contradictory pullback reports: earlier Thursday, the US State Department claimed a 'goodwill' withdrawal was underway, which the IDF and Lebanese military denied. On Wednesday evening, The Zioneer reported that military talks were being held at the Pentagon. This latest indication of behind-the-scenes discussion suggests diplomatic movement continues, though the gaps remain significant. The precise extent of the proposed withdrawal and its timeline have not been disclosed, and the report, based on a single source, remains unconfirmed.
2 developments
- DevelopingIDF says Lebanon withdrawal to be discussed in US talks next week
- DevelopingReport: Israel-Lebanon negotiations reach deadlock over IDF withdrawal demands
- DevelopingIsraeli officials dismiss reports of IDF withdrawal from points in Lebanon
- DevelopingSenior Israeli security official: IDF will not withdraw from southern Lebanon
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