The political-security mission of the French delegation in Beirut wrapped up following discussions conducted on Friday and Saturday, focusing on the execution of UN Resolution 1701.

While seemingly beneficial for Lebanon, this move is not excluded from Israel's pressure to secure its northern border, allowing the return of settlers to their northern towns abandoned during the recent confrontations.

Caretaker Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib said that a proposal suggested a reduction in UNIFIL forces in exchange for strengthening the Lebanese army in the south, with international support covering the costs.

Coordination between emergency forces and the army would remain a key aspect.

Observers questioned the paradox of seeking stability in the south while simultaneously proposing a reduction in UNIFIL numbers, whose presence serves as a guarantee. Some argue that an increase in the army's numbers, given the retention of UNIFIL, would serve UNIFIL more than Lebanon.

 The French proposal remains, at this point, a mere verbal proposition without accompanying practical suggestions or specific assurances.

In any case, the primary concern in all propositions, particularly for Hezbollah, is the conviction of preserving Lebanon's stability.