Is Israel replacing withdrawal with a security buffer

Israel is preparing to blast through two main tunnels beneath the Al-Tahir Heights in southern Lebanon, after gaining control of the area. This move aims to reduce the deployment of forces along the "Yellow Line" and shift the military presence to a boundary closer to the border, known as the "Gray Line." The plan involves establishing fixed military positions within Lebanese territory to bolster defenses, with the potential creation of around 20 new sites. However, final approval from the political leadership has not yet been obtained. This development reflects a repositioning of military strategy, as Israel intends to maintain a buffer zone inside Lebanon to prepare for potential operations should Hezbollah's activities resume. Meanwhile, ongoing Lebanese-Israeli negotiations in Rome, which are linked to the return of displaced people and reconstruction efforts, are intertwined with Israel's strategic plans. The success of this plan depends on Lebanon’s acceptance of new security arrangements and on how Washington perceives it—whether as a transitional phase or a permanent shift.

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