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Netanyahu says Israeli troops to remain in Lebanon 'as long as necessary'
Netanyahu says Israeli troops will stay in Lebanon's security zone "as long as necessary" after Hezbollah clashes kill four soldiers
Jun 19, 2026
Jun 19, 2026
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