Israeli military issues expulsion orders for 11 south Lebanon towns

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The Israeli military has issued expulsion orders for residents in 11 towns in southern Lebanon, citing Hezbollah's violations of a ceasefire agreement. This action underscores ongoing tensions in the area and the military's commitment to addressing perceived threats.

Israeli military issues expulsion orders for 11 south Lebanon towns The Israeli military issued expulsion orders for the residents of 11 towns and villages in southern Lebanon, instructing them to move at least 1,000 metres away to open land. The military said, “Hezbollah has violated the ceasefire agreement and we will act forcefully against it,” naming areas including Al-Duwayr, Arab Salim, Al-Sharqiyah Al-Nabatiyya, Jebchit, Raashit, Sarifa, Dounin, Bariqah, Qaqaiyat Al-Jisr, Al-Qasiba Al-Nabatiyya and Kfar Sir. Al Jazeera Arabic reported that Israeli artillery shelling targeted the outskirts of Zawtar al-Sharqiya and Mayfadoun following the warnings. The developments come amid continued tensions despite a ceasefire in place since 17 April.