As Washington mediates rare direct contact, Israel aims to expand its southern security zone while pressing Beirut to dismantle Hezbollah's nationwide military and political influence, amid uncertainty over IDF freedom of action under U.S. pressure
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As Washington mediates rare direct contact, Israel aims to expand its southern security zone while pressing Beirut to dismantle Hezbollah's nationwide military and political influence, amid uncertainty over IDF freedom of action under U.S. pressure
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03:04 AM • April 12 2026 IDT
Israel's government has held several meetings in recent days to draft the country's position in preparation for negotiations with Lebanon, set to begin Tuesday in Washington.
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