Despite a ceasefire, Israel has demolished villages in southern Lebanon
Summary
Israel has demolished villages in southern Lebanon even after a ceasefire with Hezbollah was agreed upon. Many homes and important structures have been destroyed, and residents see this as an attempt to keep them from returning and erase their history.Key Facts
- The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began in November 2024.
- Despite this ceasefire, Israel has continued demolitions in southern Lebanon.
- At least 500 homes have been destroyed in three villages near the border since the ceasefire.
- Israeli forces occupied villages after Hezbollah moved north of the Litani River.
- A memorial for Lebanese civilians killed in 1948 was vandalized in the village of Hula.
- The Israeli military has stated it reviewed the vandalism and updated its procedures.
- Hezbollah is a militant group backed by Iran, created during Israel's earlier 18-year occupation of Lebanon.
- The ceasefire was brokered by the United States after tensions and fighting resumed in recent years.
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