WhatsappPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel will withdraw from five military posts in southern Lebanon if the Lebanese Armed Forces effectively implement Hezbollah’s disarmament.
The Prime Minister’s Office praised the Lebanese government’s decision, led by President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam, to disarm Hezbollah by the end of 2025, calling it a pivotal step toward restoring Lebanon’s sovereignty and strengthening its state institutions.
“Israel acknowledges the significant step taken by the Lebanese Government, under the leadership of President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam. The recent decision by the Council of Ministers to work towards the disarmament of Hezbollah by the end of 2025 was a momentous decision. It marks a crucial opportunity for Lebanon to reclaim its sovereignty and restore the authority of its state institutions, military, and governance — free from the influence of non-state actors,” the
Israel expressed readiness to support Lebanon in disarming Hezbollah and fostering a secure, stable future for both nations. The PMO stated that if the Lebanese Armed Forces take concrete steps to disarm Hezbollah, Israel will respond with a phased reduction of its military presence, coordinated with the US-led security mechanism.
“Israel acknowledges the significant step taken by the Lebanese Government, under the leadership of President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam. The recent decision by the Council of Ministers to work towards the disarmament of Hezbollah by the end of 2025 was a momentous decision. It marks a crucial opportunity for Lebanon to reclaim its sovereignty and restore the authority of its state institutions, military, and governance — free from the influence of non-state actors,” the Prime Minister’s Office says in a statement.”In light of this important development, Israel stands ready to support Lebanon in its efforts to disarm Hezbollah and to work together towards a more secure and stable future for both nations,” the PMO said.
“If the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) take the necessary steps to implement the disarmament of Hezbollah, Israel will engage in reciprocal measures, including a phased reduction of IDF presence in coordination with the US-led security mechanism,” the statement continues. “Now is the time for both Israel and Lebanon to move forward in a spirit of cooperation, focusing on the shared objective of disarming Hezbollah and promoting the stability and prosperity of both nations,” the PMO added.
The statement emphasized a call for cooperation between Israel and Lebanon to achieve Hezbollah’s disarmament and promote regional stability and prosperity.
