Hezbollah calls for unconditional Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon territory

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has stated that Israel must “unconditionally” withdraw from southern Lebanon and other areas under its occupation.

According to Qassem, Israel’s presence in these regions is without an alternative. This statement was made following comments by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, who asserted that there are no plans for Israel to leave the area, even if the US were to demand a withdrawal.

Qassem’s remarks come as part of ongoing tensions between Lebanon and Israel. The two countries have a long-standing dispute over the border region in southern Lebanon, which has led to periodic clashes and military operations.

In recent days, Katz stated that Israel would not be forced out of its occupied territories by external pressure. This statement was seen as a response to reports that the US had been urging Israel to withdraw from the area.

Qassem’s comments have sparked renewed tensions between Lebanon and Israel. The Hezbollah leader’s assertion that Israel must leave its occupied territories has been met with skepticism by some, while others have welcomed the call for withdrawal.

The situation remains fluid, with both sides maintaining their positions on the issue. Further developments are expected in the coming days as the dispute continues to unfold.

Source: Al Jazeera