Israel Will Continue Operations in Lebanon Despite Ceasefire, Defense Minister Says
The Israeli military also advised against residents of southern Lebanon returning to their homes as they continue to target Hezbollah in the region.
Israel Will Continue Operations in Lebanon Despite Ceasefire, Defense Minister Says Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, announced that ground operations in southern Lebanon will continue despite an agreed-upon ceasefire. The ceasefire, brokered in Washington, is contingent on Hezbollah ceasing fire and includes principles for disarming the group and condemning Iran’s involvement. Katz also stated that residents displaced by the ongoing mission would not be permitted to return to their homes.
- Israel will continue ground operations in southern Lebanon despite agreeing to a ceasefire.
- The ceasefire was announced on June 3, following talks in Washington.
- The deal is conditional on Hezbollah ceasing fire.
- Lebanese residents displaced by the IDF’s mission will not be allowed to return home.
- The agreement aims to disarm Hezbollah throughout Lebanon and condemn Iran’s involvement.
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