Israel's defense minister reiterates no withdrawal from Lebanon

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has reaffirmed Israel's position that it will not withdraw its military forces from Lebanon. During a speech at the MUNI EXPO conference in Tel Aviv on June 24, Minister Katz stated that this firm stance has been explicitly conveyed to his American counterpart. His comments come amid ongoing US-mediated negotiations between Tel Aviv and Beirut regarding regional stability. Katz further highlighted that the United States is presently not demanding an Israeli troop withdrawal from Lebanese territory, describing this as a "diplomatic achievement." These remarks underscore Israel's consistent policy amidst continued diplomatic efforts concerning its northern border.

Sources: Радіо Свобода