Israel's defense minister states no troop withdrawal from Lebanon

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz affirmed that Israel will not withdraw its forces from Lebanon, despite ongoing US-mediated negotiations between Tel Aviv and Beirut. Speaking at the MUNI EXPO conference in Tel Aviv on June 24, Katz stated that this position has been clearly communicated to his American counterpart. He further highlighted that the United States is currently not demanding an Israeli troop withdrawal from Lebanon, describing this as a "diplomatic achievement." The minister's remarks underscore Israel's firm stance amidst regional tensions and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation along its northern border.

Sources: Радіо Свобода