Published Jun 21, 2026, 12:44 AM ET · Updated 5 months ago · 1 source

Israel says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talks

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Israel says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talks

The Israeli defence minister, Israel Katz, has said that Israeli troops would not withdraw from southern Lebanon, further complicating Iran peace talks as fighting in Lebanon continues to be an obstacle to permanent peace. Speaking on stage in an interview in Tel Aviv, Katz said Israeli troops would remain in south Lebanon – echoing sentiments from the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. Enter your email to keep reading - for free. It takes just 30 seconds We’re committed to keeping our