Israel aims to extend military presence in Lebanon beyond ceasefire period

The US and the Lebanese governments agreed to extend the deadline after Israel said the Lebanese Army had not been fully deployed in southern Lebanon, meaning the IDF needed to remain in the area.

IDF soldiers from the 146th Reserves Division begin operations in southern Lebanon.

IDF soldiers from the 146th Reserves Division begin operations in southern Lebanon.

(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

ByAMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 13:43

Updated: FEBRUARY 12, 2025 22:30