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Israel Unveils Lebanon 'Yellow Line'

Israel Unveils Lebanon 'Yellow Line'

Israel has formalized its military presence in southern Lebanon by establishing a buffer zone that brings dozens of abandoned villages under its direct control.

The 'yellow line' restricts the movement of displaced residents attempting to return to their homes during the temporary truce.

Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that troops have been instructed to demolish structures or roads deemed 'booby-trapped' or threatening.

The measure has drawn comparisons to military zones established in Gaza, raising concerns about the durability of the peace agreement.

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Israel Defense Forces
Combined military forces of Israel
Lebanon
Country in West Asia
Israel Katz
Minister of Defense of Israel (born 1955)
Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)