Israeli military carries out explosion in Lebanon's Haddatha

An explosion was carried out by the Israeli military in the southern Lebanese town of Haddatha on Tuesday, as Israel and Lebanon commenced a new round of negotiations in Rome. These talks are focused on advancing a US-backed framework intended to de-escalate tensions along their shared border.

The explosion occurred on the same day the negotiations began, which are designed to move forward a June framework agreement. This agreement stipulates a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon in exchange for Hezbollah disarming. The ongoing US-mediated efforts aim to stabilize the border region after months of hostilities.

This incident follows recent Israeli military actions in southern Lebanon. On August 1, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported dismantling several underground tunnels beneath the Beaufort Ridge during a limited operation. The IDF stated this tunnel network served as a central command center for Hezbollah's Bader Unit, directing attacks against Israeli troops and civilians.

According to the IDF, the tunnels, allegedly constructed over two decades and funded by Iran, were used to launch drones, explosive devices, and anti-tank missiles into northern Israel. The military emphasized the threat posed by the network, located approximately six kilometers from Metula. Meanwhile, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned Israel's actions on August 1, calling them violations of the ceasefire, Lebanese sovereignty, and international law. Salam also noted that the explosions and shelling endangered civilians and damaged UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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The ongoing explosions, shelling and destruction endangered civilians and damaged archaeological landmarks listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.