A new flashpoint has emerged over southern Lebanon as U.S.-Iran diplomacy continues. IRGC Quds Force chief Esmaeil Qaani declared that Israel must leave Lebanon or "flee in defeat," arguing that the recent U.S.-Iran understanding requires full Lebanese sovereignty. Meanwhile, conflicting reports surfaced over an alleged Israeli withdrawal from parts of the buffer zone, with Israeli and Lebanese security officials disputing the claim. Reports also suggest the IDF has delayed demolitions of Hezbollah positions after the ceasefire, even as Israel insists it will retain a security zone despite growing U.S. pressure.
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