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Lebanon31 March, 20261 min read

Netanyahu Declares Southern Lebanon Occupation Up to Litani River

Netanyahu orders expansion of security buffer zone in southern Lebanon. Buffer zone extends into Lebanon up to the Litani River, with ongoing security control.

Netanyahu Declares Southern Lebanon Occupation Up to Litani River
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Israel Expands Occupation

Netanyahu announced plans to expand Israel's occupation of southern Lebanon up to the Litani River. Katz stated all homes in border villages would be demolished. The move aims to create a security buffer to push Hezbollah away from the Israeli border.

Hezbollah Pushback and Tactics

Israeli forces advanced toward the Litani River, reaching a tributary near Qantara. Fighting intensified across multiple axes. Hezbollah continued launching projectiles at Israel.

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Human Toll and Displacement

More than 1,238 people have been killed in Lebanon since early March. The UN warned of impending humanitarian collapse. Forced evacuations affect over 600,000 Lebanese.

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Occupation Without Clear Exit

The occupation would rely on sensors and artillery rather than continuous troop presence.

The US-Israeli war on Iran complicates the effort.

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