Israel's military announced Saturday the establishment of a "Yellow Line" in southern Lebanon. This demarcation mirrors the boundary in Gaza that separates Israeli forces from Hamas-controlled areas. The military stated it engaged a "terrorist cell" that violated ceasefire understandings and approached troops north of the newly established Yellow Line, posing an immediate threat. The air force later confirmed eliminating this cell. Additionally, Israel struck an underground shaft and Hezbollah operatives identified entering it south of the forward defense line.
This development follows a 10-day ceasefire agreed upon Thursday between Israel and Lebanon to facilitate negotiations aimed at ending six weeks of conflict with Hezbollah. The war resulted in significant Israeli airstrikes and a ground invasion in southern Lebanon, with Lebanese authorities reporting nearly 2,300 fatalities and widespread destruction.
Hezbollah, though halting military operations under the ceasefire, has maintained a readiness to respond to any Israeli violations. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun emphasized the importance of direct negotiations with Israel to consolidate the ceasefire and secure the withdrawal of Israeli forces. The United States has stated its intention to work with Lebanon on addressing Hezbollah.