Israeli violations continue to escalate with just six days remaining before the expiration of the ceasefire agreement declared on November 27, 2024.
On Monday morning, Israeli forces advanced from Bani Hayyan towards Wadi Saluki (Marjayoun), conducting a sweeping operation in the area. After spotting three Israeli Merkava tanks, the Lebanese Army, which was heading to Talousseh (within the same district), was forced to retreat.
In addition, Israeli drones flying over the areas of Bint Jbeil and Aitaroun were observed on Monday morning.
An Israeli infantry unit infiltrated the town of Dhayra, where a bulldozer is uprooting trees.
Deployment of the Lebanese Army at the Border
As part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement, Lebanese Army units are reinforcing their positions in the villages of Ain Ebel, Debel and Rmeish in Bint Jbeil, as well as Ainata (Baalbeck), following the withdrawal of Israeli forces from these areas.
The repositioning is closely coordinated with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and the supervisory committee.
Additionally, the Lebanese Army has moved into the Naqoura port, and the Engineering Regiment has begun surveying munitions left behind from Israeli operations.
Recent Developments at the al-Salhani Checkpoint
The Lebanese Army has repositioned itself at the newly established al-Salhani checkpoint, with a Ghanaian UNIFIL patrol participating.
This follows the evacuation of the area the previous morning after an Israeli patrol advanced towards al-Salhani. The Israeli forces conducted search and demolition operations before leaving the area the night prior.
Meanwhile, specialized Army units are mobilized to conduct engineering surveys, clear roads, remove debris and perform demining operations.
Army Command Statement
The Lebanese Army announced it would detonate unexploded munitions in Qlayaa (Marjayoun) on Monday between 10 AM and 6 PM.
The Army urged citizens to avoid hazardous areas and follow military instructions until deployment operations are completed.
Supervisory Committee Meeting
A technical surveillance committee meeting is scheduled for Monday in Naqoura to finalize the steps required for the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the Lebanese Army's deployment in southern Lebanon's central sector.
The committee will address the situation in the eastern sector on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, a drone continues to monitor Bint Jbeil and Aitaroun, providing real-time surveillance as tensions rise. This further heightens the precarious situation as the ceasefire deadline approaches.
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