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.
President Donald Trump stated the United States would consider pressuring Israel to withdraw troops from Lebanon, following accusations by Lebanon that Israel shelled positions in the "pilot zone" of Zawtar al-Gharbiyah. This comes as the Lebanese army moves into areas previously vacated by Israeli forces under a recent framework agreement.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will maintain its presence in the southern Lebanon security zone to protect northern Israeli settlements and ensure freedom of action against threats, an Israeli military source told TASS, amid the implementation of US-mediated pilot zones.
Lebanese army units began deploying to Zawtar al-Gharbieh, a "pilot zone" in southern Lebanon, as President Joseph Aoun visits Washington. This deployment is part of a US-brokered deal with Israel for IDF withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament, though Israel has not yet begun its withdrawal.
Lebanese troops deployed to Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, Froun, and Srifa in a "pilot zone" in southern Lebanon, following an Israeli withdrawal under a US-brokered agreement. This precedes a Trump-Aoun meeting where Lebanon seeks full Israeli withdrawal and army support.
Displaced residents are returning to southern Lebanese villages like Froun and Ghandouriyeh as a "pilot zone" plan, part of a Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, begins. The Lebanese army has deployed troops, but some locals question the plan's efficacy, noting their villages were never occupied.
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.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to discuss steps for implementing peace agreements with Israel, including the withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon. Aoun also sought enhanced US support for the Lebanese army and economic investments.
The Hainan Lingshui Li'an International Education Innovation Pilot Zone announced plans to expand its enrollment for 2026, with a target of 2,563 undergraduate students. The zone, focused on educational opening-up, will offer new cutting-edge majors and aims to have over 15,000 teachers and students by 2026.
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.
