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Israel Redraws Lebanon Map; Iraqi MP Cites Trump Ally

6/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Israel aims to redraw southern Lebanon’s map, discussing “Little Oranim” to hold gains and “Greater Oranim” to push toward Nabatieh.
A draft ceasefire has lingered for weeks while a pilot near Beaufort Castle tests withdrawals that could cement realities and raise danger for Nabatieh.
Iraqi MP Youssef Al-Kalabi called Ali al-Zaidi a friend of President Donald Trump.
Ali Hussein said no Iraqi official has opposed foreign powers speaking for Iraq.

History

Historical Context

In 1982 Defense Minister Ariel Sharon launched Operation Peace for Galilee, a full-scale invasion that pushed Israeli forces from the Litani River to Beirut and created a security zone in southern Lebanon. The zone, staffed by roughly 1,500 IDF and 2,500 SLA troops, persisted until Israel withdrew in May 2000, shaping today’s proposals to redraw the border.

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Story summary

Israel aims to redraw southern Lebanon’s map, discussing “Little Oranim” to hold gains and “Greater Oranim” to push toward Nabatieh.
A draft ceasefire has lingered for weeks while a pilot near Beaufort Castle tests withdrawals that could cement realities and raise danger for Nabatieh.
Iraqi MP Youssef Al-Kalabi called Ali al-Zaidi a friend of President Donald Trump.
Ali Hussein said no Iraqi official has opposed foreign powers speaking for Iraq.

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