Hey there! 😊 Have you heard about what’s happening between Israel and Lebanon? Let’s break it down together.
What’s Going On?
Israel has decided to keep some of its soldiers in five places in southern Lebanon, even after they were supposed to leave. This decision was announced by Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, on Tuesday.
Why Were They Supposed to Leave?
Back in November, a peace deal was made with help from the United States. According to this agreement, Israeli troops had 60 days to leave southern Lebanon, where they had been fighting against a group called Hezbollah since early October. This deadline was later extended to February 18.
Who Is Hezbollah?
Hezbollah is a group in Lebanon that began in 1982. They started to resist when Israel invaded Lebanon. Over the years, there have been many clashes between Israel and Hezbollah.
Why Did People Have to Leave Their Homes?
The fighting caused a lot of problems for people living in both countries. Many families in northern Israel had to leave because of rockets fired by Hezbollah. At the same time, over a million people in Lebanon had to escape Israeli air strikes.
What Happens Next?
Hezbollah says that any Israeli soldiers still in Lebanon after the deadline are seen as occupiers. Israel says they’ll take strong action if Hezbollah breaks the truce.
A Little History
Did you know that Israel was in southern Lebanon for 22 years before leaving in 2000? They left after many attacks from Hezbollah. Recently, the fighting started again, mostly near the border. Last September, Israel made big moves against Hezbollah’s leaders.
Why Is This Important?
It’s important for peace in the region. When countries have disagreements, it can affect many people. Let’s hope they can find a way to settle things peacefully! ✌️
Reference(s):
Israel confirms troops to remain at 'five positions' in south Lebanon
cgtn.com
