A Lebanese man held prisoner in Israel is released and handed over to Lebanon
Summary
A Lebanese man named Malek Ghazi, who was held prisoner in Israel, was released and handed over to Lebanon through the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This is the first prisoner handover since the recent conflict began between Israel and Hezbollah six months ago.Key Facts
- Malek Ghazi was released by Israel and transferred to Lebanese authorities via the ICRC.
- The handover took place at the Naqoura border crossing on Lebanon’s southern coast.
- Ghazi is believed to be a civilian, although details about his capture are unclear.
- Dozens of Lebanese prisoners, including Hezbollah fighters and civilians, remain in Israeli custody.
- Lebanon and Israel signed a U.S.-mediated deal in June to ease tensions, involving Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament.
- Implementation of the deal has been slow, and further talks are planned in Rome.
- Hezbollah refuses to disarm in southern Lebanon, and Israel insists on full Hezbollah disarmament before withdrawing.
- Lebanon’s military is cautious about confronting Hezbollah due to the risk of renewed civil conflict.
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