Lebanese Military Access
What did officials anticipate regarding Israel's troop presence in Lebanon?
According to the transcript, Israeli and Lebanese officials, along with foreign diplomats, had anticipated that Israel would maintain some military presence in southern Lebanon beyond initial deadlines. The original deadline in early October was extended to February 18, but there was an expectation that Israel would not fully withdraw its forces. Instead, officials expected Israel to retain troops on parts of the Lebanese territory, suggesting a continued military footprint in the region despite diplomatic timelines for withdrawal.
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WION
03:19 - 03:31
What are the terms of the November truce regarding Israeli troops in southern Lebanon?
Under the November truce, Israeli troops were granted a 60-day period to withdraw from southern Lebanon, where they had been conducting ground operations against Hezbollah fighters. This withdrawal is to be carried out in accordance with international legitimacy standards as mentioned by a Lebanese official. The truce follows Israel's military offensive against the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah in the region. The agreement appears to be part of broader efforts to establish stability in the area while addressing the presence of militant groups along Israel's northern border.
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03:04 - 03:19
How has Israel responded to the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah that required troop withdrawal from Lebanon?
Despite the initial January 26, 2025 deadline for Israel to withdraw all troops from Lebanon, the Israeli government refused to comply, blaming Lebanon for not upholding its side of the agreement. The deadline was subsequently extended to February 18. According to evidence investigated by Al Jazeera's Sanad team, Israel has clearly violated the ceasefire terms. Rather than using the agreement as an opportunity for de-escalation in the region, Israel has chosen to breach its commitments, maintaining its military presence in Lebanese territory.
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Al Jazeera English
05:16 - 05:49
How has Israel violated the November 27, 2024 ceasefire agreement with Lebanon?
According to Al Jazeera's Sanad investigation, Israel has violated the ceasefire through three distinct patterns: military reinforcements instead of withdrawal, expansion into new territories, and continued destruction and demolition in southern Lebanon. Evidence includes satellite imagery and video footage showing Israeli forces still stationed at El Hammamaz, a strategic hill overlooking Metula, two days after the ceasefire took effect. The investigation found that rather than withdrawing as required by the agreement, Israeli military has maintained and even strengthened their positions in violation of the withdrawal terms established in the November 27 ceasefire.
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00:39 - 01:32
How has Israel violated the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah?
Al Jazeera's digital investigation team, Sanad, has uncovered a pattern of Israeli military activities that contradict the November 2024 ceasefire terms. According to their findings, Israel has failed to halt military operations in Lebanon and begin the promised gradual withdrawal from the south, as required by the 60-day truce agreement. The investigation reveals that Israeli forces have continued significant military activities despite the ceasefire, which officially began on November 27, 2024. These activities undermine the agreement's fundamental requirements, where Israel was supposed to stop military operations while Hezbollah and other armed groups halted attacks on Israel.
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Al Jazeera English
00:00 - 00:39
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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01:32 - 02:34