Israel is determined to keep soldiers in the security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz sent an official notification to his US counterpart Pete Hegseth, clarifying his country's military strategy. Accordingly, Israel is firmly determined to maintain its military presence in the "security zones" it has established in Lebanon, Syria, and the Gaza Strip.

This statement is considered a significant development in terms of the current military and geopolitical balances in the Middle East. Israel's lack of plans to withdraw its forces from these regions indicates a desire to implement a long-term control mechanism in the area.

The impacts of the decision on the US administration and regional actors remain uncertain for now. This meeting between the defense ministers of the two allied countries brought Israel's persistent stance on its security policies to the international arena.