Hezbollah MP says Iran told them Israeli pullout part of deal

What Happened

Hezbollah MP Hussein al-Hajj Hassan stated on Al-Jadeed TV that Hezbollah and Speaker Nabih Berri (Amal Movement) were informed by Iran that Israeli withdrawal is part of the framework of the agreement with the U.S. 'Its details will be discussed soon,' he said. He warned, 'If the Israeli army does not withdraw, we will have a stance then,' and emphasized Hezbollah does not recognize any Israeli-drawn lines. He urged displaced south Lebanon residents to 'be patient; we will return with our heads held high,' adding that a joint Hezbollah-Amal statement will be issued once a safe return is possible. Earlier, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel does not intend to withdraw from the so-called security zones in Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria.

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Why It Matters

The statement underscores Iran's behind-the-scenes role in shaping Hezbollah's acceptance of the ceasefire framework, linking its implementation to Tehran's representations. The direct contradiction between Israeli Defense Minister Katz's declared intent to maintain security zones and the Hezbollah MP's claimed Iranian assurances signals a looming implementation crisis that could unravel the November 2024 ceasefire if withdrawal terms remain contested.

Watch For

The promised 'soon' discussions on withdrawal details, any joint Hezbollah-Amal statement on safe return for displaced residents, and Hezbollah's concrete 'stance' if Israeli forces remain. Israeli military movements in southern Lebanon and any U.S. diplomatic engagement will be early indicators of whether the withdrawal commitment materializes.