The Israeli army demolished several homes in southern Lebanon on Monday despite a US-sponsored framework agreement with Beirut. Israeli forces also carried out an explosion in the town of Houla, according to Lebanese state media. The incidents raise fresh concerns over continued ceasefire violations and their impact on residents in border communities.
Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency reported that Israeli forces blew up several homes in the town of Aitaroun. The agency also said Israeli troops carried out an overnight explosion in Houla in the Marjayoun district. However, it did not specify what was targeted during the operation.
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Meanwhile, Israeli drones continued flying over Beirut’s southern suburbs during the latest military activity. The operations came despite a ceasefire and a US-backed framework agreement signed on June 26. The agreement calls for a phased Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, beginning with two unspecified pilot zones.
According to official Lebanese figures, Israeli military operations since March 2 have killed more than 4,300 people and injured over 12,000 others. The continuing violence has fueled concerns about regional stability despite diplomatic efforts. Lebanese officials have repeatedly accused Israel of violating ceasefire arrangements.
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Israeli forces also continue to occupy areas in southern Lebanon, including territory held for decades and land captured during the 2023–2024 war. During the latest offensive, Israeli troops advanced more than 10 kilometres into Lebanese territory. The framework agreement is intended to reduce tensions, but military activity has continued.