Israeli Army Warns Southern Lebanon Residents Amid Intensified Hezbollah Clashes
Israel has urged southern Lebanon residents to evacuate as military operations against Hezbollah intensify. This escalates ongoing clashes along the Litani River, marking the first relocation order since a mid-April ceasefire. The conflict follows rocket attacks by Hezbollah in early March, leading to massive displacements in Lebanon.
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The Israeli military has advised residents in southern Lebanon to evacuate as it intensifies military operations against Hezbollah. This development marks the first major evacuation warning since the ceasefire took effect in April, signaling an escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Recent clashes unfolded near the strategic Litani River with Israeli forces advancing northward. Tensions have been high since Hezbollah launched rockets towards northern Israel in March, prompting continuous exchanges between the two sides. Over one million people in Lebanon have been displaced, and the death toll has surpassed 3,200 due to Israeli strikes, according to Lebanon's health ministry.
Israel's move comes ahead of anticipated negotiations in Washington involving Lebanese and Israeli representatives. Meanwhile, Hezbollah continues its offensive, committing to its campaign until Israeli forces leave Lebanon's southern regions. Diplomatic channels remain complicated as Hezbollah dismisses direct talks with Israel, advocating for Tehran's involvement in resolving the conflict.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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