Lebanese army deployed in ‘pilot zone’ as families wait to return home | Israel attacks Lebanon
Lebanon Prime Minister Plants Flag as Troops Withdraw
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaz Salam symbolically planted a Lebanese flag in one of the villages designated as a “pilot zone” following the withdrawal of Israeli troops. This event marks a significant development under a framework agreement aimed at concluding hostilities in the region.
As the Lebanese army moved into the area, families displaced by the conflict eagerly awaited their return home. The situation remains fluid as officials work to implement the terms of the agreement.
Al Jazeera reporter Zeina Khodr provided coverage of the event, highlighting the anticipation among returning families and the broader implications for peace in the region.
This article was published on July 22, 2026.
