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Israeli forces remain in Lebanon despite ceasefire deadline
Lebanese citizens check the destruction on their house caused by the Israeli air and ground offensive, in their hometown Khiam, southern Lebanon, February 17, 2025

ISRAELI forces today remained in five strategic overlook locations inside Lebanon, despite a deadline to withdraw troops under the US-brokered ceasefire deal. 

The forces withdrew from border villages in southern Lebanon.

Top Lebanese leaders condemned the continued military presence as an occupation and a violation of the deal, which required a full withdrawal by today.

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