Israeli forces demolished several homes in the southern Lebanese town of Aitaroun and carried out an explosion in the town of Houla on Monday, in continued violation of a framework agreement between Beirut and Tel Aviv, Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported.
Details of the violations
According to NNA, Israeli troops blew up multiple houses in Aitaroun. In a separate overnight operation, Israeli forces conducted an explosion in Houla, located in the Marjayoun district, though the agency did not specify the target. The operations coincided with persistent flights by Israeli drones over Beirut's southern suburbs.
Ceasefire and agreement context
These incidents occurred despite an ongoing ceasefire and a US-sponsored framework agreement signed on June 26 between Lebanon and Israel. The agreement stipulates a phased Israeli withdrawal from all Lebanese territory, beginning with two unspecified pilot zones. However, Israel has continued military operations since March 2, killing more than 4,300 people and injuring over 12,000 others, according to official figures.
Ongoing occupation and territorial advances
Israeli forces continue to occupy areas in southern Lebanon, some held for decades and others seized during the 2023-2024 war. During the latest offensive, Israeli forces advanced more than 10 kilometers into Lebanese territory, further complicating the situation.
