An Israeli official told Kan public broadcaster that the IDF's withdrawal from designated pilot zones in southern Lebanon will begin in the coming days. The official added that while no firm date has been set, there is a desire to move quickly. The report follows weeks of discussions and delays over the implementation of the withdrawal agreement.
An Israeli official informed Kan public broadcaster on Wednesday evening that the IDF's withdrawal from the pilot zones in southern Lebanon is expected to begin in the coming days. The official did not specify a date but noted there is 'a desire for it to happen quickly.' The statement is the most concrete timeline yet from an Israeli source, though the official emphasized that no final date has been set.
The Zioneer has previously reported on the framework for the pilot withdrawal, including ongoing negotiations over the trilateral oversight mechanism and the role of the Lebanese army. Earlier reports cited delays pending clear commitments from Lebanon and the establishment of verification procedures. The new comment suggests the process may be moving forward despite those unresolved issues.
It remains unclear how the withdrawal will be coordinated on the ground, and whether the Lebanese army will immediately enter the vacated areas. The official did not address the status of Hezbollah's presence in the zones or the timeline for the full withdrawal under the ceasefire agreement.
2 developments
- StrongAl-Hadath: Israel, Lebanon reach principled agreement on southern Lebanon pilot zones
- DevelopingIsrael and Lebanon discuss US pilot plan for handover of southern Lebanon territory
- StrongUS Ambassador: Israel and Lebanon Move to Implementation Phase of Agreement; Pilot Zone Within Days
- StrongUS official: next phase of Israel-Lebanon talks to focus on implementing all framework articles
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