The Latest Breaking News from the Litani River

Israel And Lebanon Agree On Ceasefire Conditional On Hezbollah Halting Attacks, Withdrawing From Key Area

Israel and Lebanon agreed on implementing a ceasefire conditional on Hezbollah stopping its attacks and withdrawing from the area south of the Litani River.

International Business Times · Jun 4

Israel-Lebanon war: Shaky truce holds as both sides continue to trade strikes; Beirut remains on edge

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew a ceasefire and establish security zones in Lebanon, barring Hezbollah from these areas. This US-mediated deal hinges on a complete halt to Hezbollah fire and their withdrawal south of the Litani River, with the Lebanese army taking control.

The Times of India · Jun 3

Middle East live: Israeli strikes kill eight in Lebanon as Hezbollah rejects latest ceasefire

Israeli strikes in eastern Lebanon and near the southern city of Tyre killed eight people, the Lebanese health ministry said Thursday as the Israeli army said one of its soldiers was killed combat. Hezbollah earlier rejected a US-backed ceasefire plan agreed by the Lebanese and Israeli governments, demanding that Israel…

France 24 · Jun 3

‘Forward defensive line’: Israel says it will control south Lebanon up to Litani River to create a ‘security zone’

Israel plans to establish a security zone up to the Litani River in southern Lebanon, a significant escalation against Hezbollah. Lebanon responded by expelling Iran's ambassador, citing diplomatic violations. This move escalates regional tensions, with France urging Israel to avoid a wider ground operation while supporting Lebanon's diplomatic action.

The Times of India · Mar 24

Israeli airstrike destroys key bridge in southern Lebanon

Israel struck a main bridge linking Lebanon's south to the rest of the country on Sunday, March 22, after ordering its military to destroy all crossings over the Litani River and to step up the demolition of homes near the southern border.

The Independent UK · Mar 22

Lebanese army boosts its presence along border with Israel, dismantling Hezbollah posts

The Lebanese army has intensified efforts along the border with Israel, focusing on areas that were once Hezbollah strongholds

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2025

Israeli Soldiers Reach Litani River In Southern Lebanon

Israeli soldiers reach the Litani river in southern Lebanon, engaging with Hezbollah forces. Key events and implications discussed.

Top News · Nov 26, 2024

Netanyahu wants UNIFIL out of Lebanon. Why?

Experts warn a withdrawal will make it impossible to monitor violations of international law.

Al Jazeera · Oct 16, 2024

Israel has a history of unsuccessful invasions of Lebanon. Will this time be any different?

Following a massive bombardment of Lebanon, Israel has begun a land invasion of its northern neighbour. Troops have entered southern Lebanon in a bid to push Hezbollah back beyond the Litani River, 29 kilometres from the Israeli border. The stated goal is to facilitate the return of some 60,000 displaced…

The Conversation · Oct 1, 2024