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Israeli security officials deny IDF has withdrawn from parts of Lebanon
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleEmanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
An Israeli soldier is seen in a Humvee during a drive in southern Lebanon, on June 18, 2026. (Emanuel Fabian/Times of Israel)
Israeli security and military officials deny a Reuters report that the IDF has withdrawn from parts of Lebanese territory.
The Israeli military has yet to be instructed by political leaders to withdraw, according to the officials.
The IDF’s potential withdrawal from areas of southern Lebanon has been discussed during direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, but no agreement has been reached yet.
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