November Truce
What steps are being taken by Lebanon to address Israel's incomplete withdrawal from border villages?
Lebanese leaders are actively pressing Israel for a complete withdrawal from the region, with President Joseph Ohne engaging truce brokers the US and France to facilitate Israel's full exit. The Lebanese government has deemed the incomplete pullout a violation of UN Security Council resolutions. In response to Israel maintaining presence in five locations, Lebanese authorities plan to escalate the matter to the UN Security Council, seeking formal intervention to compel Israel's complete withdrawal. The UN has already flagged the partial withdrawal as a violation, strengthening Lebanon's diplomatic position as they pursue full Israeli compliance with the ceasefire agreement.
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WION
00:35 - 01:13
How has the conflict with Israel affected the villages and lives of returning Lebanese families in places like Kfarkila?
According to Al Jazeera correspondent Zeina Khodr, many returning families find their villages completely unrecognizable with much of their lives effectively erased. The report highlights Kfarkila as one of the areas most severely impacted by the conflict, having suffered intense fighting and bombardment. Residents returning home are confronted with devastating destruction that has transformed their communities beyond recognition. The physical damage represents not just structural loss but the erasure of their personal histories and community landmarks, making the return particularly traumatic as they attempt to rebuild their lives amid the ruins.
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Al Jazeera English
00:36 - 00:49
What are Lebanese families experiencing as they return to their villages after the ceasefire with Israel and Hezbollah?
Lebanese families returning to their border villages following the November ceasefire that ended 14 months of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah are finding their communities unrecognizable. Despite being scheduled to return in January, Israel delayed its pullout until Tuesday, prolonging their displacement. Many residents express profound grief yet determination as they confront the extensive destruction of their homes and communities. Their emotional testimonies reveal both heartbreak and defiance, with one resident declaring they would "rather be buried there than elsewhere." For these families, returning home means confronting a drastically altered landscape where much of their previous lives has been erased.
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00:04 - 00:43
What is Netanyahu's stance on the ceasefire with Hezbollah?
When the ceasefire came into effect, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarified that it didn't signal an end to the conflict with Hezbollah. Despite the agreement, Israeli strikes have continued to target what the Israeli military identifies as Hezbollah's assets. The Israeli military has explicitly stated its commitment to continue operations against Hezbollah if the Lebanese army fails to act against the group. This position demonstrates Israel's view of the ceasefire as a limited arrangement rather than a comprehensive resolution to hostilities.
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01:49 - 02:10
Why is Israel facing criticism despite the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah?
Israel is facing criticism for maintaining a military presence in southern Lebanon despite a deadline to withdraw troops as stipulated in the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. According to the report, Israeli forces were expected to fully withdraw from Lebanese territory, but Prime Minister Netanyahu has kept some troops in place, citing complex regional security concerns. The situation has significant implications for war-torn Lebanese villages like Kifa Killa, where residents are confronting devastating aftermath. This partial compliance with the withdrawal terms reflects the strategic calculations Israel is making while balancing ceasefire commitments against perceived security needs in the region.
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CBS News
00:23 - 00:37
What happened in Sidon after the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon?
On Monday, an Israeli drone strike in the port city of Sidon killed a Hamas official, despite a ceasefire that took effect on November 27th. This attack is one of several Israeli military actions that have continued in Lebanon even after the formal cessation of hostilities was announced. The incident highlights the fragile nature of the ceasefire agreement and ongoing tensions in the region, as Israel continues targeted operations against Hamas officials in Lebanon while Lebanon attempts to establish sovereignty following Israeli withdrawals from its territory.
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Al Jazeera English
01:11 - 01:21