In Lebanese village near Israeli troops, farmers brave danger to harvest their olives
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Farmers in Zibqin, southern Lebanon, are harvesting olives despite nearby danger and the presence of Israeli troops, while Lebanese Army soldiers stand in the area. The report illustrates the risks to local civilians and agriculture amid tensions along the Israel–Lebanon border.
By Catherine Cartier, Emilie Madi and Raghed Waked ZIBQIN, Lebanon Oct 29 (Reuters) - In a field overlooking a lush valley in southern Lebanon, residents of the village of Zibqin balanced on branches picking their olives while Lebanese Army soldiers stood nearby.
World Security Conflict Commodities Lebanon Zibqin olive harvest Israeli troops Lebanese Army border tensions