Memo recounts Israeli‑Lebanese coordination plans involving Bashir Gemayel and Ariel Sharon during 1982 Lebanon war

Memo recounts Israeli‑Lebanese coordination plans involving Bashir Gemayel and Ariel Sharon during 1982 Lebanon war The passage provides a retrospective narrative of military and political maneuvering in 1982, naming known figures (Israeli officials, Bashir Gemayel, Menachem Begin, US officials). It offers no new concrete evidence, dates, transactions, or undisclosed contacts, so its investigative value is limited and largely reiterates already documented history. Key insights: Mentions an Israeli unit reaching the Beirut‑Damascus road and linking with Gemayel’s Phalangists.; Describes internal Israeli debate about a possible ground assault on PLO‑held West Beirut.; Notes US officials repeatedly opposed an Israeli attack on Beirut.