Israel Accused of Eight Ceasefire Violations in Lebanon

Lebanese authorities have accused Israel of violating the ceasefire agreement in southern Lebanon eight times in the past 24 hours, raising concerns about escalating tensions along the border.

According to a statement from the Lebanese Army, the alleged breaches included drone overflights and artillery fire in areas near the Blue Line, the UN-demarcated boundary between Lebanon and Israel.

These actions, the army claimed, are a clear violation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which established the ceasefire following the 2006 war between Hezbollah and Israel.

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), tasked with monitoring the ceasefire, confirmed receiving reports of incidents in the area and said it is investigating the claims. “We urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint and adhere to their obligations under international agreements,” a UNIFIL spokesperson stated.

Residents of southern Lebanese villages reported hearing explosions and seeing drones flying overhead, causing fear among communities already on edge due to regional instability. No casualties or significant damage were reported.

Israel has not commented on the allegations. However, it has previously accused Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, of using civilian areas to stockpile weapons and conduct operations, which Israel claims justify its surveillance and defensive actions.

Tensions along the Lebanese-Israeli border have been high in recent months, with sporadic exchanges of fire and accusations of provocations from both sides. Analysts warn that repeated violations of the ceasefire could lead to a dangerous escalation in the region.

Lebanese officials have called on the international community to pressure Israel to respect the ceasefire and avoid further destabilizing the fragile situation. Meanwhile, UNIFIL continues to mediate between the parties to maintain calm and prevent further incidents.