Army Urges Displaced to Stay Away from Border Villages Until Israeli Troops Withdraw

The Lebanese army has advised displaced individuals returning to southern Lebanon to avoid towns and villages near the border, where Israeli forces are still stationed, until the troops have withdrawn. This precaution comes as a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding.

In a statement, the army mentioned that it was taking necessary steps to complete its deployment in the southern region, and urged citizens to delay their return to areas along the frontlines that have been occupied by Israeli forces, pending their withdrawal.

Despite warnings from the Israeli military to stay away from evacuated areas, many displaced people have begun returning to these locations in southern Lebanon. Some of these areas had been struck by Israeli forces just before the ceasefire took effect.

The Israeli military reported that its troops opened fire on several vehicles approaching a restricted zone in Lebanon on Wednesday. The vehicles left the area, and it is unclear if there were any injuries from the incident.

While Israel has continued to caution people against returning to evacuated areas, many displaced individuals are heading back to their homes. The Israeli military stated that its forces are still deployed in southern Lebanon and that the air force is prepared to respond if the ceasefire is violated. Additionally, Israel’s aerial defense systems are on standby.