Withdrawal of Troops – 1991

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Withdrawal of Troops – 1991

1991

Minimum Implementation Minimal implementation

On 15 May 1991, Lebanon and Syria agreed on a treaty for coordination in defense and foreign policy. The agreement bolstered the presence of Syria in Lebanon as well as created a situation of military maneuvers on the side of Israel. Israel had maintained its military presence as well as funded a militia group, Southern Lebanon Army, to carry out joint military activities.1 Troop withdrawal did not take place.

  1. “Lebanon, Syria agree on strategic alliance,” United Press International, May 17, 1991.