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Trump administration backs phased IDF withdrawal from Lebanon for Hezbollah disarmament

From Jerusalem Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Trump administration backs a phased Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon as part of a deal to disarm Hezbollah.
  • This framework aims to restore Lebanese sovereignty, dismantle Hezbollah's infrastructure, and ensure Israel's northern border security.
  • Pilot zone operations have begun, with Israeli forces redeploying from specific areas as a direct outcome of recent discussions.

The Trump administration officially supports a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, contingent upon the disarmament of Hezbollah. Senior U.S. officials outlined the framework, describing it as a "clear, conditions-based bargain between Israel and Lebanon." Under this agreement, Israel would redeploy its troops in exchange for Hezbollah laying down its arms and the restoration of Lebanese state sovereignty across its territory.

Officials highlighted that the implementation of this framework is designed to achieve three primary objectives: the return of full Lebanese sovereignty, the dismantling of Hezbollah's military infrastructure, and the establishment of a secure northern border for Israel. This initiative is seen as a significant step towards regional stability and de-escalation.

The Framework establishes a clear, conditions-based bargain between Israel and Lebanon. Israel will redeploy its forces from Lebanese territory in exchange for the disarmament of Hezbollah and the restoration of Lebanese state sovereignty over all its territory.

— Senior US officialsThe officials explained the core components of the phased withdrawal and disarmament deal to The Jerusalem Post.

The process has already seen initial progress, with pilot zone operations commencing on July 20. Israeli forces have begun redeploying from areas such as Zawtar al-Gharbiya, which U.S. officials described as a "direct outcome of last week’s discussions between Israel and Lebanon in Rome." The United States has pledged to continue working closely with both parties to ensure the framework's successful conclusion.

When asked about President Donald Trump's upcoming meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, officials confirmed that discussions would likely include the situation with Iran. However, the officials did not address whether Syria would be a topic of conversation during the Washington talks. Netanyahu departed Israel on Monday for these crucial discussions.

The United States will continue working closely with both parties to implement the Framework to a successful conclusion.

— Senior US officialsThe officials affirmed the U.S. commitment to facilitating the agreement's implementation.
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Originally published by Jerusalem Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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