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Israel rejects second buffer zone in south Lebanon, proposes prisoner swap instead
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Sources told Lebanon's Al-Akhbar newspaper that the United States informed Lebanese officials Israel does not want to pursue establishing a second demilitarized zone in southern Lebanon, Shehab Wire reported. Israel instead prefers direct coordination with Lebanese authorities on security matters. The rejection signals a shift away from proposals for additional territorial arrangements in the border region.
The development comes as negotiations continue over implementing ceasefire terms between Lebanon and Israel. The proposal for a prisoner exchange suggests Israel may be looking to link border security discussions with the broader question of detainees held on both sides of the conflict.
