Lebanese army urges displaced to postpone return after US-Iran deal

The Lebanese army has called on displaced citizens to delay their return to border towns and villages in the south, despite a recent peace agreement between the United States and Iran that reportedly includes Lebanon. The military cited ongoing regional instability and the need to ensure public safety from potential Israeli incursions and unexploded munitions.

In a statement, the army emphasized the necessity for residents to heed instructions from deployed military units to protect themselves from the dangers posed by Israeli attacks. It also urged extreme caution in areas that have experienced Israeli shelling, advising residents to report any unexploded ordnance or suspicious objects to the nearest military or security forces.

The appeal comes as some displaced individuals, particularly those from areas heavily affected by Israeli offensives, had begun returning to their homes following news of the US-Iran deal. However, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that the Israeli military has no intention of withdrawing from its positions in southern Lebanon, vowing to destroy all Hezbollah infrastructure in the region.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun acknowledged the inclusion of Lebanese stability and security in the US-Iran agreement, expressing hope that it would allow citizens to rebuild and resume normal life after enduring significant hardship. The conflict, which began on March 2, has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health.