Israeli Military Withdrawal
How is Israel violating the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah that began on November 27, 2024?
Israel is violating the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah through three distinct patterns identified by Al Jazeera's Sanad team: military reinforcements instead of withdrawal, expansion into new territories, and continued destruction and demolition operations in southern Lebanon. A specific example is at El Hammamaz, a strategic hill overlooking the settlement of Metula, where video footage shows Israeli forces still stationed two days after the ceasefire took effect on November 27, 2024. This directly contradicts the withdrawal terms specified in the agreement, demonstrating Israel's failure to comply with the truce conditions.
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How did Israel violate the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah?
According to Sanad's investigation, Israel violated the November 2024 ceasefire by continuing military operations in Lebanon despite agreeing to withdraw all troops within 60 days. Evidence shows Israeli forces conducting ground operations and aerial attacks in Lebanese territory after the agreement, including demolishing civilian structures in Banihayan village and a mosque on December 18. Israeli bulldozers were also documented constructing barriers in Wadi Saint Saluki, beyond their designated restricted zones, and satellite imagery revealed widespread demolition across southern Lebanon, particularly in Kfar Khila and Ait Al Shaab. Although the withdrawal deadline was January 26, 2025, Israel refused to comply, blaming Lebanon for not upholding its obligations.
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How have Israeli forces violated the ceasefire agreement with Lebanon?
Israeli forces have violated the ceasefire agreement by failing to withdraw from El Hammamaz and obstructing Lebanese army access to the area, despite the agreement that began on November 27, 2024. Satellite imagery analyzed by Sanad revealed that rather than withdrawing, Israeli forces have expanded their military presence in the region. Evidence shows Israeli military constructed new infrastructure, including a road linking Natula to El Hammamaz and a paved area where civilian infrastructure has been replaced with military equipment and soldier accommodations. These developments directly contradict Israel's commitment to a full withdrawal, demonstrating ongoing military operations nearly a month after the ceasefire was established.
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How has Israel responded to the ceasefire agreement with Lebanon?
Israel has violated the ceasefire agreement with Lebanon that was set to begin November 27, 2024. Despite an initial withdrawal deadline of January 26 that was extended to February 18, Israel has refused to remove its troops, blaming Lebanon for not upholding its side of the agreement. According to evidence investigated by Al Jazeera's Sanad team, Israel has chosen to violate the ceasefire rather than use it as a step toward de-escalation. The Israeli military continues operations in key areas, expanding territorially and demolishing civilian structures instead of withdrawing as agreed.
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What is Hamas planning to release as part of the ceasefire agreement?
According to Khalil al Haya, the Hamas chief in Gaza, six living captives will be released on Saturday as part of the first phase of the ceasefire deal. This release demonstrates Hamas's commitment to upholding their side of the agreement. During his announcement, al Haya also called on Israel to honor its terms of the ceasefire deal, suggesting a reciprocal expectation of compliance from both parties involved in the agreement.
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What are the latest developments in Israel's ceasefire negotiations in Gaza and Lebanon?
Israel has announced it will begin negotiations on the second phase of the Gaza Strip ceasefire deal this week. These talks were originally scheduled to start on February 3rd but had been delayed. Simultaneously, Israel's military has begun withdrawing from several southern Lebanese villages while maintaining strategic presence in five key positions. This partial withdrawal comes as a deadline expires under a separate ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah, demonstrating Israel's complex approach to multiple regional conflicts.
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