What happened
A U.S. military delegation met the Lebanese army in Beirut to discuss how Israel’s withdrawal from occupied territory will be implemented from pilot zones, according to a Lebanese military official. The discussion is part of a staged withdrawal plan linked to the conflict involving Hezbollah.
Background and earlier position
A June 26 framework agreement provides for Israel to gradually withdraw troops from southern Lebanon areas as part of its campaign against Hezbollah. The arrangement relies on phased implementation rather than an immediate pullout, with Lebanese forces expected to assume control in selected areas.
What changed now
The Lebanese military official said meetings began with Lebanese Army command to prepare for deployment of Lebanese forces once Israeli troops withdraw from the first pilot zone. The Lebanese military would take full control of two small areas designated as pilot zones.
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