The Lebanese Army announced early Friday morning that Israel has violated the ceasefire agreement that went into effect at midnight, reporting intermittent shelling targeting several villages in southern Lebanon.
In an official statement, the Lebanese Army urged citizens to exercise caution and delay their return to southern towns and villages until the field situation becomes clearer.
Reports of ongoing hostilities
According to the Lebanese National News Agency, Israeli artillery fire persisted despite the truce, specifically targeting the towns of Khiam and Debbine. These strikes were reportedly accompanied by intensive machine-gun fire in both areas.
Witnesses also noted heavy activity by Israeli reconnaissance aircraft over Rashaya, the western slopes of Mount Hermon, and the Western Beqaa region, signaling continued military operations despite the cessation of hostilities.
Details of the diplomatic agreement
The ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel officially commenced at midnight local time and is scheduled to last for ten days. The deal was announced by US President Donald Trump following high-level communications with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
