Israel, Lebanon discuss US-backed proposal for transfer of some southern territory to Lebanese army

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Israel and Lebanon are discussing a US-backed proposal for Israeli forces to transfer control of some southern territory to the Lebanese army. Lebanese troops would receive US training to ensure no ties to Hezbollah, while Israel would maintain a buffer zone military presence.

JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, June 24 (Reuters) - Talks between Israel and Lebanon include discussion of a U.S.-backed proposal for Israeli forces to hand over some of the territory they have invaded during the war with Hezbollah to the Lebanese military, according to Israeli and Lebanese officials. The Israeli officials said the Lebanese troops involved would undergo U.S. training and vetting to ensure they are not linked to Iran-backed Hezbollah, while Israel would maintain a military presence in a buffer zone along the border.