Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone' after Israeli withdrawal
A US-brokered agreement is set to see Israeli troops pull out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during the conflict with Hezbollah. The Lebanese army said its troops are now deploying into the 'pilot zone.'
The Lebanese army said its troops are deploying into a 'pilot zone' following an Israeli withdrawal from the area, which had been occupied during the conflict with Hezbollah. The withdrawal came under a US-brokered agreement.
The agreement covers a small part of Lebanese territory and is seen as part of a gradual de-escalation process between the two sides. Neither side has yet detailed whether the process will extend to other areas.
Whether stability in the area holds will be closely watched. Continued involvement from international mediators is expected as the process unfolds.
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