Leader of Hezbollah: Israel Must Completely Withdraw from All Lebanese Territory

Source: Global Times
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Hezbollah leader Naeem Qassem stated in a televised speech on the 23rd local time that a ceasefire has now been achieved, and Israel's withdrawal must proceed according to a timetable. He said, "Israel has no choice but to completely withdraw from all Lebanese territory, not even an inch of land can be retained."

Naeem Qassem also stated that after Israel's withdrawal, only the Lebanese Army will be deployed in the area south of the Litani River.

There has been no response from the Israeli side regarding this. (CCTV reporter Wei Ran)

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
SALUTE Report
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Activity
Hezbollah leader calls for Israel's complete withdrawal from Lebanon
Location
Lebanon
Unit
Hezbollah
Time
Local time on the 23rd
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Summary

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated that Israel must completely withdraw from all Lebanese territory during a televised address on the 23rd. He emphasized that even a single inch of land cannot be retained. Following Israel's withdrawal, only the Lebanese army will be stationed south of the Litani River. Israel has not responded to these statements.

Key Facts
  • Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated that Israel must completely withdraw from all Lebanese territory.
  • Hezbollah claims that only the Lebanese army will be deployed south of the Litani River after Israel's withdrawal.
  • The statement was made during a televised address on the 23rd.
  • Israel has not yet responded to these claims.