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Despite the ongoing war between Hezbollah and Israel in southern Lebanon and the absence of a long-term solution, reports have emerged regarding preparations to implement security measures along the Lebanese-Israeli borders, notably by a British team, in order to build observation towers in the area.

According to detailed information, the British team, previously responsible for erecting towers along the eastern borders with Syria, has initiated discussions with the Lebanese Army (LAF) and relevant authorities to build three towers along the southern border as an initial step. Preliminary agreements have been reached to the extent that the British team has imported the necessary equipment for the construction of these towers, which are expected to be located in the central sector of the border region.

Furthermore, a dialogue was conducted with Hezbollah regarding the construction of these towers, and the party’s stance appears to have shifted from initial rejection to tentative approval. However, the realization of this plan hinges on attaining a sustainable ceasefire, coupled with a political accord between Israel and Hezbollah facilitated by American and European mediation, under the auspices of Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati.

Moreover, in the event of failure to secure a ceasefire and political agreement, these three towers may be relocated to the Syrian border. This strategic move aims to bolster surveillance in that region, particularly regarding border control to prevent the illegal entry of Syrians into Lebanon and their unauthorized migration to Europe via Cyprus.

Since the onset of the “Al-Aqsa Flood” war, the UK has consistently informed the Lebanese Army of its readiness to increase assistance in border control operations with Syria and Israel, particularly in terms of contributing to the implementation of Resolution 1701 and guaranteeing a permanent ceasefire in southern Lebanon.