Trump’s Deal Starts Pilot Zone in Lebanon
Israeli forces left the Zaoutar El-Gharbiyé area in Lebanon. The Lebanese army is now in that area. The US President met with the Lebanese President to test a new agreement.
The United States is helping to test an agreement between Israel and Lebanon. The Lebanese army is taking control of specific areas, called ‘pilot zones’. This is part of a larger effort to try and solve the conflict. President Trump met with the Lebanese President to discuss this. There are still many problems to solve before a final agreement can happen.
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Highlights
Israel Withdraws from Lebanon Area
Israeli forces withdrew from the Zaoutar El-Gharbiyé area in southern Lebanon.
Lebanese Army Deployed
The Lebanese army is now deployed in the area.
Trump Administration Pilot Program
The pilot program tests an agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
Meeting with Trump and Aoun
The deployment coincides with a meeting between US President Trump and Lebanese President Aoun.
Complex International Effort
This marks a preliminary step in a complex international effort.