Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz confirms no withdrawal from southern Lebanon despite a US-Iran ceasefire, warning of a full-force response if Iran launches an attack.
Israel Katz made the announcement
Jun 15, 2026
06:49 pm
What's the storyIsrael will not withdraw its forces from southern Lebanon, Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced.
The decision comes despite a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which also calls for the "immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon."
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