Israel and Lebanon Reach Landmark Agreement on Hezbollah Fight. In a significant development, Israel and Lebanon have reached a historic agreement that paves the way for the Lebanese Armed Forces to take the lead in combating Hezbollah in two key areas of southern Lebanon. The deal, which marks a major shift in the dynamics of the region, calls for the gradual transfer of responsibility from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to the Lebanese military in two designated "pilot zones." The agreement is seen as a crucial step towards reducing tensions between the two countries and potentially paving the way for a more comprehensive resolution to the long-standing conflict.


The agreement called for the Lebanese Armed Forces to gradually take over the fight against Hezbollah in two southern Lebanon "pilot zones" where the IDF is currently targeting the terrorist group.