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Former Biden official casts doubt on Lebanon 'pilot zones' as Israel pushes limits
Jennifer Gavito, a former State Department official under President Joe Biden, told Al Jazeera she cannot envision Israel fully withdrawing from Lebanon amid ongoing security concerns.
- Gavito served in the Biden administration as a State Department official.
- She believes Israel will continue to test limits in Lebanon, hindering withdrawal.
Gavito said the so-called pilot zones scheme in Lebanon would likely fail, creating an environment that allows Hezbollah to continue its armed resistance. She argued that Israel will keep pushing boundaries in Lebanon, making a complete withdrawal improbable. The former official expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the plan, which was intended to stabilize border areas.
Her comments highlight the deep distrust between the two sides and the challenges facing diplomatic efforts. The scheme had been floated as a way to reduce tensions, but Gavito's assessment suggests it may not achieve its goals.
Source: Al Jazeera