Netanyahu: Iran tried to force us out of Lebanon. That won't happen

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Wednesday that Iran had actively sought to compel Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon. However, Netanyahu firmly stated that such a move "will not happen."

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Iran has "tried to force" Israel to withdraw from Lebanon, but stressed that such a move "will not happen."

Netanyahu's remarks pointed to Iran's negotiations with the United States, suggesting that Iran attempted to include Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon as part of a potential deal. He emphasized Israel's strategic position, stating, "As long as Hezbollah remains armed and threatening the north, Israel will remain in southern Lebanon."

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As long as Hezbollah remains armed and threatening the north, Israel will remain in southern Lebanon.

The Prime Minister further elaborated on Israel's security posture, noting, "We have created a wide buffer zone along the entire northern border. We will remain and restore security to the north." Despite the ongoing tensions, Netanyahu also conveyed Israel's commitment to pursuing peace, adding that the country is dedicated to "everything" possible to achieve a peace agreement with Lebanon.

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We have created a wide buffer zone along the entire northern border. We will remain and restore security to the north.