In southern Lebanon, Israeli demolitions continue ‘day and night’

What the report says

Israeli demolitions and detonations are continuing across parts of southern Lebanon, according to Al Jazeera’s report from Froun and nearby villages along the edge of territory controlled by Israeli forces. Residents and local officials described repeated blasts, including in the Qantara mountain area, that shake homes, disturb sleep and add to already severe damage in communities such as Froun, Ghandouriyeh, Bourj Qalaway and Qalaway.

The report says Israeli forces remain present just south of Froun and in other occupied areas of southern Lebanon, where they say operations are aimed at Hezbollah infrastructure. Al Jazeera describes widespread destruction of houses, roads and utilities, with many residents returning after recent pauses in fighting to find damaged or uninhabitable homes and little access to water or electricity. Local officials said agricultural land and infrastructure have been heavily affected.

The article places the situation in the context of shifting Israel-Lebanon arrangements this year, including a ceasefire announcement and later talks involving a “pilot zone” idea meant to test Israeli withdrawal and Lebanese army disarmament efforts. The plan has faced objections from Hezbollah and skepticism from analysts quoted by Al Jazeera, who questioned whether the process can move forward without agreement from all sides.

For residents, the practical effect is continued displacement or partial return under difficult conditions, with many likening the scene to earlier periods of Israeli occupation. The report underscores how ongoing demolitions may make it harder for people to rebuild or fully come back even if the military situation changes.