Israeli Military Operations Intensify in Southern Lebanon Amid Ceasefire Agreement

Military tensions have escalated sharply in southern Lebanon, with Israeli forces conducting multiple strikes across the Nabatieh region despite a newly announced ceasefire arrangement.

Drone strikes targeted several locations throughout the morning, including a vehicle on the Numeiriyah Road in Nabatieh District. Additional strikes hit the Zefta-Kafarwa road, where a car was struck resulting in casualties, as well as the Kafr Tibnit roundabout. Israeli unmanned aircraft also conducted operations near the popular rescue rally site in Nabatieh.

Artillery bombardments struck the towns of Mansouri and Al-Haniya as military operations continued across the area.

The heightened activity comes amid statements from Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, who indicated that Israeli military operations would persist throughout Lebanese territory. He specified that Israeli forces would maintain their presence in what he termed the "yellow line" security zone, with operations continuing in the Beaufort area and efforts to dismantle Hezbollah's infrastructure.

Meanwhile, the US State Department announced that Lebanon and Israel had reached agreement on implementing a ceasefire following Washington-based negotiations. The arrangement calls for the Lebanese army to exercise exclusive control over Lebanese security zones, with no involvement from non-governmental organizations. The accord also provides for ongoing direct talks between the two countries to chart political and security trajectories toward a broader settlement.

Despite these diplomatic developments, military engagements and targeted operations have continued unabated on the ground.