Event Brief
Israel says it will keep troops in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza
Filed: Jul 16, 2026 at 2:12 PM ET
Summary: Israel’s defense chief says Israeli troops will remain in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza security zones.
WHO: Israel’s Pentagon chief
WHAT: Says Israeli troops will keep operating in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza security zones
WHEN: Jul 16, 2026 at 12:59 PM ET
WHERE: Israel
WHY: It follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s request that Israel pull forces out of Syria and Lebanon.
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