Lebanon rejected Israel's request to maintain positions until February 28, maintaining the February 18 withdrawal deadline. U.S. Deputy Envoy Morgan Ortagus's expected arrival this week reinforced Washington's commitment to the original timeline.
Israeli military issued warnings to southern residents, claiming agreement extension while conducting demolitions in Adeisseh. Mid-day reports of a potential extension through Ramadan were swiftly denied by both Presidential office and Parliament Speaker Berri.
Putin-Trump phone call lasted 90 minutes, leading to Saudi meeting announcement. Israeli military spokesperson accused Hezbollah and Iran of using Beirut airport for money smuggling through civilian flights, marking new pressure point in withdrawal negotiations.
The new Salam cabinet continued forming its ministerial statement, while Judge Halawi ordered Riad Salameh's continued detention while releasing two lawyers on bail.