Israel, Lebanon

Israel seeks to remain in Lebanon past Sunday withdrawal deadline
The Israeli government is seeking to keep military positions in southern Lebanon past a Sunday withdrawal deadline, set in a November ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, the country’s ambassador to the US said on Thursday.
Israel seeks 30-day extension for Lebanon withdrawal amid ceasefire concerns, reports claim
Israel has reportedly asked the US for more time to withdraw from southern Lebanon - only days before the deadline to do so is up. Hezbollah says this is unacceptable, and support for Lebanon from major international players is on display.
Israel Seeks To Extend Military Presence in Lebanon Beyond Window Granted in Cease-Fire Pact
Both sides have their reason to maintain the cease-fire, and the Trump administration certainly wouldn’t want a return to war, so I believe a
Israel Voices Concerns About Implementation of Ceasefire With Hezbollah Ahead of Withdrawal Deadline
The Israeli government said on Thursday a ceasefire deal with the Iran-backed group Hezbollah was not being implemented fast enough, days before Israel is meant to complete a withdrawal of its forces from southern Lebanon under the terms of the deal.
Israel sees more to do on Lebanon ceasefire as deadline nears
Israel said on Thursday the terms of a ceasefire with Hezbollah were not being implemented fast enough and there was more work to do, while the Iran-backed group urged pressure to ensure Israeli troops leave south Lebanon by Monday as set out in the deal.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in Lebanon set to be extended beyond next week
Negotiations have been taking place on extending the January 27 deadline to ensure the conflict isn’t resumed.
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