Lebanon's pilot zone plan, aimed at replacing Israeli occupation with Lebanese army control, faces skepticism due to ongoing Israeli aggression, unclear disarmament criteria for Hezbollah, and lack of withdrawal timelines, threatening the plan's viability.
Israel plans to withdraw troops from pilot zones in southern Lebanon, aiming to disarm Hezbollah, following agreements reached in Rome and Washington. The Lebanese army will gradually restore control, while Israel retains self-defense rights, though final parameters are pending.
The Israeli military, in cooperation with the U.S. military (CENTCOM) and the Lebanese Armed Forces, has initiated a 'Safe Zone' pilot program in southern Lebanon. This coordination is part of a US-brokered framework agreement signed on June 26, which envisages the withdrawal of Israeli troops from occupied areas.
Lebanon and Israel are negotiating "pilot zones" in southern Lebanon, with the Lebanese army taking control and ensuring Hezbollah's absence. Meanwhile, Gaza experiences intensified Israeli airstrikes ahead of Palestinian faction meetings in Cairo.
The military wing of Iraqi cleric Muqtada al-Sadr's movement, Saraya al-Salam, officially handed over the security file of the city of Samarra to the Iraqi army. This move aligns with broader efforts to restructure the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and consolidate state control over security.
Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire in Washington talks, contingent on Iran-backed Hezbollah ceasing fire and evacuating southern Lebanon. This marks the fourth round of US-led talks, with further discussions planned for June.
