Lebanese Armed Forces infiltrated by Hezbollah loyalists
New report warns of Shiite Muslim majority in the force responsible for enforcing the ceasefire agreement.
New report warns of Shiite Muslim majority in the force responsible for enforcing the ceasefire agreement.
One attendee who declined to provide their name claimed to know Nasrallah, describing him as "a hero" while emphasizing they were "not a Hezbollah member."
In response to the booms overhead, crowds started chanting "Death to Israel". The venue was meticulously prepared, with large screens erected in the center and separate areas designated for men and women, accommodating 20,000 and 30,000, respectively. Additional space in parking lots was arranged for 30,000 more attendees.
Security forces were called to the Israel-Lebanon border following the infiltration of Israeli civilians into Lebanon proper. The group threw stones at IDF soldiers who attempted to return them to Israel. Four suspects were arrested.
The IDF is expected to remain, with US approval, at five strategic positions along the Israel-Lebanon border until it is confirmed that Hezbollah will not return south of the Litani River. The IDF is preparing to reinforce its presence in the border area and anticipates protests from local residents.
Muhammad Shaheen, who served as Hamas' senior commander in Lebanon, was eliminated in an Israeli Air Force strike.
Sacred journey turns dangerous as Israeli worshippers cross Lebanon border.
The northern ceasefire, which commenced on November 27 and extended for 60 days until Saturday, included Hezbollah's commitment to withdraw north of the Litani River. In exchange, Israel was expected to complete its withdrawal beyond the Blue Line – the internationally recognized border.
"A defeated Hezbollah is exploiting its media platforms to challenge Lebanese interests and deflect attention from its leadership's transgressions that have brought southern Lebanon to this situation," IDF says.
Less than 20 days before the current ceasefire in Lebanon is set to expire, the United States is working to ease tensions ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. A Hezbollah-affiliated newspaper reported on a 15-day plan proposed by the US to facilitate an agreement in the region.
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