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Two Israeli soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon, marking the first such deaths since the June truce between Israel and Hezbollah. The escalation occurred after Israel launched strikes in response to what it described as a violation of the ceasefire by Hezbollah. Diplomatic efforts were also underway in Rome to implement a deal requiring Israeli withdrawal from occupied areas.

Two Israeli soldiers were killed in combat in southern Lebanon, marking the first Israeli deaths since a truce with Hezbollah began in June. The escalation followed Israeli strikes in response to what Israel described as Hezbollah violating the ceasefire, and talks between negotiators ended early due to the on-ground conflict.

Lebanese army commander Rodolphe Haykal accused Israel of obstructing the deployment of Lebanese military forces in southern Lebanon. He stated that Israeli attacks and demolitions continue despite a US-brokered agreement for Tel Aviv's withdrawal, which includes Lebanese army deployment in evacuated areas to disarm Hezbollah.

A Lebanese couple returns to their severely damaged home in Zawtar al-Gharbieh under a U.S.-brokered agreement with Israel, which involves Israeli withdrawal in exchange for Hezbollah's disarmament. The village, now under Lebanese army control, has nearly half its homes destroyed, and residents face challenges rebuilding amid ongoing conflict.

Few families have returned to Zawtar al-Gharbieh in southern Lebanon under a U.S.-brokered 'pilot zones' deal, where Israel agreed to withdraw from occupied areas in exchange for Hezbollah's disarmament. The village remains heavily damaged, with many homes destroyed, and only about 15 families have returned a week after the Lebanese army took control.

Residents are returning to the damaged southern Lebanese village of Zawtar al-Gharbieh after a U.S.-brokered agreement allowed civilians to enter the area. The village, heavily damaged during Israel-Hezbollah fighting, has shattered homes and visible Israeli military presence nearby. A couple, Mahasen Faqih and Mohammed Sobeih, plan to stay in their destroyed home's grocery store until it is rebuilt.

The Lebanese army condemned Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon, citing systematic destruction of homes, bombardment, and attacks that hinder its deployment under an agreement with Israel. The attacks have killed over 4,330 people and injured more than 12,236 since early March.

Residents of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh in southern Lebanon began returning to the town after Israeli troops withdrew, inspecting damaged homes amid ongoing destruction. The Lebanese army deployed under a U.S.-brokered agreement, but more than half the town remains destroyed, with many homes still severely damaged.

Lebanon and Israel will hold U.S.-brokered talks in Italy on August 4 to implement a plan for Israeli withdrawals and Lebanese army deployments in southern Lebanon, aiming to end hostilities following a war that began on March 2 between Israel and Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.

Israel and Lebanon are set to hold US-mediated talks in Italy on 4 August, as announced by Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. The Lebanese army reported that Israeli troops opened fire near their soldiers in a pilot zone established during previous talks, which could hinder deployment efforts.

The Lebanese army has begun deploying in three southern towns as part of a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.

US President Donald Trump pledged support for Lebanon's efforts to pursue peace with Israel. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun requested political backing and continued support for the Lebanese army under a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun emphasized the need for a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories during a meeting with US President Donald Trump. The statement follows reports of Israeli troops firing near Lebanese soldiers in a pilot zone under a Lebanon-Israel framework agreement.

The Lebanese army accused Israeli forces of attacking their personnel in southern Lebanon, urging Israel to use military coordination channels instead. The army stated that Israeli forces fired near their troops during deployment in 'pilot zones' to replace Israeli occupation.

US President Donald Trump hosted Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House for their first meeting. The meeting occurred as the Lebanese army assumed control of pilot safe zones in South Lebanon amid pressure to disarm Hezbollah and Israel's presence in the region.

US President Donald Trump stated during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun that Israel is redeploying in southern Lebanon as part of a planned withdrawal. Trump mentioned he would investigate reports of Israeli troops firing on the Lebanese Army in the area.

Israeli troops fired near Lebanese soldiers during the Lebanese army's deployment into Zawtar al-Gharbiya, a pilot zone. The Lebanese military stated this action would impede deployment into the pilot zones.

Lebanese army troops deployed in the southern town of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh following Israeli withdrawal. The deployment aligns with a U.S.-brokered plan to confiscate Hezbollah weapons and phase out Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.

Lebanese army troops deployed in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh after Israeli forces withdrew from the area, as part of a US-brokered Israeli-Lebanese deal, according to a Lebanese official. The deployment occurred early on Tuesday.

The Lebanese army began assuming security responsibilities in three southern villages under a US-backed pilot initiative. The effort aims to enable a phased Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's disarmament.

The US has indicated that the Lebanese army will deploy to three 'pilot zones,' one of which the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) will partially withdraw from. Israeli forces are reportedly beginning their withdrawal from one area on Tuesday, though the timeline for a full withdrawal remains unclear.

A Lebanese soldier was killed and an officer and another soldier were wounded when a suspicious object exploded in an army vehicle in the southern town of Mansouri. The Israeli military claimed the vehicle had driven over an explosive device in the Al-Mansouri area, entering a 'security zone.'

Israel released the remains of soldier Patrick Bakarian to Lebanon via the International Committee of the Red Cross. The soldier had been missing since April 19 and was later found killed. Israeli attacks have killed at least 4,324 people in Lebanon since March.

Israel has suspended attacks on Lebanon following American pressure, as reported by the Israeli Broadcasting Authority. The Israeli military plans to withdraw from two areas in southern Lebanon, allowing the Lebanese army to take control and gradually disarm Hezbollah. A drone strike in Nabatieh al-Fawqa killed three women, as noted in the article.

The Lebanese army will assume control of a 'pilot zone' in an area occupied by Israeli forces in the coming days, according to a US official. Talks between Lebanon and Israel have advanced to the implementation stage of a ceasefire framework, though Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated forces will remain in Lebanon as long as needed.

Lebanon's president, Joseph Aoun, stated that Israel's occupation of southern Lebanon is preventing the Lebanese army's deployment to the area. He emphasized the need to pressure Israel to withdraw its forces, as the occupation undermines state legitimacy and hinders peace efforts. The two sides are preparing to implement a deal involving army deployment and gradual Israeli withdrawal.

Israel is preparing to withdraw from two areas in southern Lebanon as part of a pilot project where the Lebanese army will take exclusive control and gradually disarm Hezbollah. The withdrawal awaits approval from the US Central Command and the entry of Lebanese forces.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun urged the United States to support his country after a US-backed framework deal with Israel aimed at ending hostilities. The deal includes Hezbollah disarmament, Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon, and Lebanese army deployment, but Hezbollah has rejected it.

Nearly half a million Lebanese remain displaced despite a ceasefire with Israel, as over 640,000 have returned since June 21, according to the IOM. A US-backed agreement aims for a permanent ceasefire, linking Israel's withdrawal to Hezbollah's disarmament, which the group has rejected.

The US is indecisive about supporting the Lebanese military, caught between abandoning or committing to it, which hinders progress in the regional conflict with Hezbollah, according to Bilal Saab.

Israel has delayed its planned withdrawal from two southern Lebanon villages pending agreement on a US oversight mechanism. Israeli officials stated the pullback will only occur once clear criteria are established to ensure the Lebanese army acts against Hezbollah fighters and infrastructure.

A security deal between Israel and Lebanon ties Israel's military withdrawal from southern Lebanon to Hezbollah's disarmament, a condition analysts deem unattainable as Hezbollah has rejected it and Lebanon lacks the capacity to enforce it. The agreement is criticized as structurally flawed, allowing Israel to maintain an open-ended military presence while imposing unrealistic obligations on Lebanon.

Israeli army chief General Eyal Zamir stated Israel will honor a historic agreement with Lebanon, emphasizing the need for both sides to comply on the ground. The agreement aims for Lebanon to restore sovereign authority over its territory pending the disarmament of non-state armed groups, a reference to Hezbollah. Israel has recently bombed Lebanon.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described a framework agreement with Lebanon as a 'massive blow to Iran and Hezbollah,' stating it recognizes Israel's right to maintain a security zone in southern Lebanon until armed groups are disarmed. The deal includes a pilot program in two areas near the Yellow Line to transfer control to the Lebanese army and sideline Iranian influence.

The Lebanese army urged citizens to act responsibly amid growing protests over a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon. The agreement, backed by the United States, has sparked opposition in Lebanon due to concerns about Israel's influence over the country's security and territory.

Lebanese army commander Major-General Rodolphe Haykal met with UK defense chiefs to discuss supporting the Lebanese army, enhancing cooperation, and addressing challenges in peacekeeping, stability missions, and border protection. The meeting aimed to achieve a sustainable ceasefire in Lebanon, with Haykal thanking the UK for its continued support.

Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement in Washington to end their conflict, conditional on Hezbollah's disarmament. Hezbollah's leader rejected the deal, calling it a 'humiliation,' and warned it could spark civil war, as the group refuses to disarm. The agreement includes Israel's phased withdrawal from Lebanon and security measures, but previous ceasefire agreements have failed to materialize on the ground.

Hezbollah supporters in Beirut protested against a trilateral agreement between Lebanon, Israel, and the United States. Protesters rode motorcycles through central Beirut, blocked roads, and faced military intervention, including soldiers dispersing demonstrators with burning tires. The agreement, announced on 27 June 2026, sparked unrest in areas like Dahieh, which were previously damaged by Israeli air strikes.

Israel and Lebanon are discussing a U.S.-backed proposal for Israeli forces to transfer some southern territory to the Lebanese military. The proposal includes U.S. training and vetting of Lebanese troops to ensure no ties to Hezbollah, with Israel maintaining a military presence in a border buffer zone.

The Israeli military may partially withdraw from southern Lebanon's yellow line as part of diplomatic efforts. Israeli and Lebanese representatives are set to identify areas to be transferred to the Lebanese army under American supervision, including locations not currently held by Israeli troops.