The Fragile Promise of Stability in Southern Lebanon The deployment of Lebanese army troops to Zawtar al Gharbiyeh, following Israel's withdrawal, is a critical test for the US brokered plan aimed at restoring stability to the region.
This handover marks a significant step towards implementing the framework agreement signed between Lebanon and Israel last month, but it raises more questions than answers about disarmament of Hezbollah.
The scale of destruction in Zawtar al Gharbiyeh is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of fighting between Hezbollah and Israel.