Israel Maintains Military Presence in Southern Lebanon Following Ceasefire Agreement
This lack of progress could prolong Israel’s military presence in a region already marked by decades of conflict. Jan 24, 2025 Photo: Cubadebate
January 24, 2025 Hour: 8:00 pm
The Israeli government justified its decision by pointing out that the agreement has not been fully implemented by Lebanese authorities, raising questions about Lebanon’s ability to meet the conditions.
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In a statement issued this Friday, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli army will not withdraw completely from southern Lebanon at the end of the 60-day deadline stipulated in the recent ceasefire agreement.
The statement stresses that the original agreement envisioned a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces, but this will depend on the effective deployment of the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon and the full implementation of the agreement.
The prime minister’s office emphasized that the condition for Israeli withdrawal is that Hezbollah withdraw beyond the Litani River, adding uncertainty to the situation.
The Israeli government justified its decision by pointing out that the agreement has not been fully implemented by Lebanese authorities, raising questions about Lebanon’s ability to meet the conditions.
This lack of progress could prolong Israel’s military presence in a region already marked by decades of conflict.
The statement by Netanyahu and his cabinet reflects a firm stance in a context where relations between Israel and Lebanon are strained.
The situation remains fragile, and any further movement could significantly impact regional stability.
Autor: MLM
Fuente: Al - Mayadeen
