Zamir, Cooper meeting focused on Iran, but also influenced Lebanon deal
As of Sunday, despite the extensive public statements about the Israel-Lebanon-US deal announced over the weekend, it is unclear exactly when and where the IDF will withdraw
Assessment
The meeting between Zamir and Cooper signals that Iran remains the central strategic concern even as a separate Lebanon deal moves forward. The ambiguity around the IDF withdrawal timeline suggests the agreement may be more fragile or less finalized than public statements imply. Observers should watch for whether the Iran-focused discussions create friction or alignment in how the Lebanon deal is implemented.