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Netanyahu Vows Israel to Hold Lebanese Strip, Defying Trump

6/22/2026

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Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will keep its strip in southern Lebanon despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for moderation.
The Israel Defense Forces stay inside the 10-kilometre zone with no withdrawal timetable.
Colonel Avichay Adraee posted an infographic of land and maritime zones, noting the sea extension follows a 280-degree course.
An Israeli source said Jerusalem is holding firm in U.S. talks over keeping troops in the Lebanese security strip.

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Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will keep its strip in southern Lebanon despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for moderation.
The Israel Defense Forces stay inside the 10-kilometre zone with no withdrawal timetable.
Colonel Avichay Adraee posted an infographic of land and maritime zones, noting the sea extension follows a 280-degree course.
An Israeli source said Jerusalem is holding firm in U.S. talks over keeping troops in the Lebanese security strip.