Israeli Ministers Rule Out Withdrawal from Seized Lebanese Land
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announced Monday that Israel will not withdraw from land seized in Lebanon. This declaration follows an initial agreement between the U.S. and Iran to extend their ceasefire. Ben-Gvir explicitly stated on social media platform X that "Trump's agreement does not bind us," indicating a rejection of prior understandings related to the matter.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir declared on Monday that Israel has no intention of withdrawing from land seized in Lebanon.
This statement comes after the United States and Iran reportedly reached an initial agreement to extend their existing ceasefire.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir further clarified Israel's position in a post on the social media platform X. In a translated statement, Ben-Gvir asserted, "Trump's agreement does not bind us," signaling a rejection of any prior agreements that might suggest a withdrawal.
According to The Hill, the ministers' remarks firmly established Israel's stance on the territorial issue.
