IDF to stay in south Lebanon post-ceasefire
The terms of the ceasefire in Lebanon include a key provision allowing Israeli Defense Forces to maintain their current positions. IDF forces will remain deployed along the so-called 'anti-tank ditch' line in southern Lebanon. This arrangement is reportedly part of the ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States. The continued presence of Israeli troops is a significant element of the post-ceasefire security landscape.
Reuters cites an Israeli military source confirming the army has no withdrawal plans for southern Lebanon during the ceasefire.
The ceasefire will specifically allow Israel to continue airstrikes and carry out assassinations across Lebanon, following the format of the November 2024 Hezbollah-Israel deal.
Additional reports confirm the Israeli position of maintaining forces in southern Lebanon during the ceasefire.
The report adds that the ceasefire will explicitly allow Israel to continue airstrikes and targeted assassinations across Lebanon, mirroring the terms of the November 2024 deal.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has personally confirmed the policy to his cabinet, adding a direct, high-level source to the earlier reports.
Netanyahu's statement is summarized as "Wherever we are, we stay," directly confirming the policy of holding positions.
New details on the ceasefire terms specify the IDF will hold positions along the 'anti-tank line' and retain the right to respond to Hezbollah threats.
The message explicitly confirms the IDF's mandate to act against 'emerging threats' while maintaining its deployment.
A new report from The Times of Israel confirms the IDF will remain deployed in southern Lebanon under the ceasefire terms.
