Israel expanding presence in Lebanon, officials say, as BBC visits occupied areas
Summary
Israel has increased its military presence in southern Lebanon, occupying around 5% of the territory near the border. The Israeli military has built bases and infrastructure in the area to protect northern Israel from attacks by Hezbollah, an armed group based in Lebanon.Key Facts
- Israel controls about 5% of southern Lebanon, extending up to 10 km (6 miles) from the border.
- Israeli forces have established nine military bases in the occupied region, including four new ones built recently.
- The occupation follows clashes linked to Hezbollah firing rockets into Israel after the killing of the Iranian supreme leader.
- The area is home to Lebanon’s Shia Muslim community, which largely supports Hezbollah.
- Israel has conducted air strikes and demolitions in the area, destroying many buildings and villages.
- The UN peacekeeping force (Unifil) with Finnish troops assists humanitarian missions and monitors the situation.
- Israel aims to create a “security zone” to defend against Hezbollah’s rockets, drones, and a possible ground attack.
- The land near Naqoura shows heavy Israeli military activity, including surveillance drones and fortified positions.
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