News|Israel attacks LebanonAt least three killed in Israeli attack on southern Lebanon’s SidonDeadly Israeli air strike is latest in Israel’s near-daily violations of 2024 ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah.
On Monday, Lebanon's Ministry of Health confirmed that three individuals were killed in an Israeli air strike on a vehicle along Quneitra Road in the southern Sidon district. This incident marks another violation of the ceasefire agreement by Israel,…
On Monday, Lebanon's Ministry of Health confirmed that three individuals were killed in an Israeli air strike on a vehicle along Quneitra Road in the southern Sidon district. This incident marks another violation of the ceasefire agreement by Israel, according to the Lebanese National News Agency (NNA).
The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted Hezbollah members in the Sidon area, though further details were not disclosed. This attack follows a previous strike on Sunday in southern Lebanon that resulted in one death and two injuries, with the Israeli army confirming that a Hezbollah member was killed.
Since the ceasefire agreement in November 2024, Israel has conducted nearly 1,600 strikes across Lebanon, according to the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project (ACLED). The United Nations reported that at least 127 civilians have been killed in these attacks, prompting a call for a "prompt and impartial" investigation.
Ceasefire Provisions and Diplomatic Efforts
The November 2024 ceasefire agreement includes provisions for the disarmament of Hezbollah in parts of southern Lebanon and the withdrawal of Israeli forces. Despite this, Israeli military presence continues in the region.
On Monday, Lebanon's Ministry of Health confirmed that three individuals were killed in an Israeli air strike on a vehicle along Quneitra Road in the southern Sidon district.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated on Saturday that Lebanon is nearing the completion of Hezbollah's disarmament south of the Litani River. This is a key element of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which restricts military operations in the designated area to the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers.
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has indicated the group's intention to end its military presence south of the Litani River in compliance with the ceasefire, although the group insists on retaining its weapons elsewhere in Lebanon. Israeli forces have yet to fully withdraw from southern Lebanon, maintaining a presence at five border outposts, which has impacted the full implementation of the ceasefire by Hezbollah.
A committee overseeing the ceasefire agreement continues to facilitate talks in southern Lebanon, amid increased pressure from Israel and the United States for Hezbollah to disarm. Meetings were held in the town of Naqoura involving civilian and military delegations from Israel and Lebanon.
Following these discussions, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with Simon Karam, Lebanon's chief civilian negotiator. The Lebanese presidency emphasized the importance of enabling displaced civilians to return to their homes as a critical step in addressing the agreement's broader issues. The next committee meeting is scheduled for Sun, Jan 7, 2026.
Additionally, a diplomatic agreement has been reached in Paris between the US, France, and Saudi Arabia to organize an international conference in early 2026, aimed at supporting the Lebanese army and internal security forces.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
