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From the Liveblog of
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
From the Liveblog of
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Lebanon security official says Israel begins to withdraw from some southern areas
A Lebanese security official says Israeli troops have started to pull out from some border villages, as Lebanon’s army moved in, hours before a deadline to implement a Hezbollah-Israel truce.
“Israeli forces are beginning to withdraw from border villages, including Mais al-Jabal and Blida, as the Lebanese army advances,” the official tells AFP, requesting anonymity to discuss sensitive matters.
While withdrawing from some areas, the IDF says it will remain in five key positions for the foreseeable future.
