US urges Israel to reconsider policy towards Lebanon
June 18, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US and Iran Sign Peace Deal, Potential for Israeli Withdrawal from Lebanon
A peace deal signed by the US and Iran includes a provision that could lead to Israel’s withdrawal of its troops from southern Lebanon. According to analyst Rami Khouri, this may be accompanied by a symbolic pullback of Israeli forces.
The agreement, which has been confirmed by both parties, aims to bring an end to the ongoing conflict in Lebanon. As part of the deal, Israel is expected to reduce its military presence in the region.
Khouri suggests that while a symbolic withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon may occur, real policy change will only be achieved if the US exerts pressure on Israel to make more significant changes to its stance on the issue.
Details of the agreement have not been made public, but sources indicate that it includes provisions for an end to hostilities between Israel and Lebanon. The deal is seen as a significant development in the region’s ongoing conflict.
The implications of the agreement are still unclear, and further details will be released in due course. However, analysts believe that this peace deal could mark a turning point in the conflict, with potential consequences for regional stability.
Source: Al Jazeera