Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Israel has started withdrawing from Lebanese territory, presenting the development as an important moment for the country. He indicated that the move carries major political and moral significance for Lebanon.
At the same time, Salam signaled that the withdrawal should be viewed as an opening stage rather than a final outcome. His remarks suggest that Beirut sees the current step as part of a broader process tied to sovereignty, security and the status of contested areas.
The statement places fresh attention on the situation along the Lebanon-Israel frontier, where any military movement can have wider regional implications. A pullback by Israeli forces is likely to be closely watched by Lebanese officials and international observers for signs of whether it leads to lasting change on the ground.
For Lebanon, the beginning of an Israeli withdrawal is being framed as symbolically important, but not sufficient on its own. The government appears to be emphasizing that further progress will be needed before the issue can be considered fully resolved.
