Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew their fragile ceasefire and establish pilot security zones in Lebanon, banning Hezbollah militants. The agreement, mediated by the US, requires a complete cessation of Hezbollah fire and evacuation from areas south of the Litani River, with the Lebanese army taking control.
Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew a ceasefire and establish pilot security zones in Lebanon, barring Hezbollah militants, following US-mediated talks. The Lebanese army will assume control of these zones, contingent on a complete halt to Hezbollah fire and withdrawal south of the Litani River.
Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew a ceasefire and establish pilot security zones in Lebanon, barring Hezbollah militants, after US-mediated talks. The Lebanese army will assume control of these zones, contingent on a complete halt to Hezbollah fire and withdrawal south of the Litani River.
UNIFIL's 48-year peacekeeping mandate in Lebanon concludes Dec 31, 2026, as Israel advances deeper into Lebanese territory. Criticized by both Israel and Hezbollah, the UN force's effectiveness is questioned amid escalating conflict and violations of a 2024 ceasefire.
Israel has captured Beaufort Castle in south Lebanon, a symbolic victory that carries significant psychological weight. The ancient fortress, a symbol of resistance, was taken after advancing Israeli soldiers used white phosphorus smoke. The capture, announced by Netanyahu, evokes memories of Israel's past occupation and signals an escalation of the conflict, with airstrikes hitting Tyre and threats to Beirut.
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least one person and injured four rescuers on Sunday. The attacks occurred despite a fragile ceasefire, as Israel issued new evacuation warnings for areas north of the Litani River.
Israeli forces have demanded residents in seven villages north of Lebanon's Litani River to evacuate.
BEIRUT: Lebanon faces what officials described as “one of the most dangerous moments in recent memory” after Hezbollah launched attacks on Israeli forces from areas both south and north of the Litani River, triggering a renewed Israeli air and ground campaign. Announcing its ground incursion into southern Lebanon, Israel said it aims to establish what it called a permanent “security zone” along the border.
