Israeli military urges evacuation of villages in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military has called on residents of several villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate, citing alleged violations of a ceasefire agreement by Hezbollah.

In a statement posted on the social media platform X and reported by Caliber.Az, Israel Defence Forces spokesperson Avichay Adraee said Israeli forces are being compelled to act against Hezbollah using force.

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“In light of the fact that the terrorist organisation Hezbollah has violated the ceasefire agreement, the Defence Army is compelled to act against it with force. The Defence Army does not intend to harm you personally,” Adraee said.

He urged civilians in the affected areas to leave their homes immediately and maintain a safe distance from the locations in question.

“For your safety, you must immediately leave your homes and remain at a distance of no less than 1,000 meters from villages and populated areas, moving toward open areas,” he said.

Adraee also warned residents about the risks of remaining near Hezbollah positions.

“Anyone who is near Hezbollah militants, its facilities, or its means of warfare is putting their life in danger!” he added.

By Tamilla Hasanova