Lebanon Ceasefire: Residents Begin Returning to Southern Areas, Authorities Urge Caution
Beirut — Thousands of displaced residents have begun returning to their homes in southern Lebanon following the ceasefire announcement, however both the Lebanese Army and Hezbollah have urged returnees to exercise extreme caution.According to a Lebanese Army spokesperson, unexploded ordnance and landmines still remain in southern areas, posing a serious threat to civilians. The Army…
Beirut — Thousands of displaced residents have begun returning to their homes in southern Lebanon following the ceasefire announcement, however both the Lebanese Army and Hezbollah have urged returnees to exercise extreme caution.
According to a Lebanese Army spokesperson, unexploded ordnance and landmines still remain in southern areas, posing a serious threat to civilians. The Army has asked the public to travel only on routes declared safe and to avoid touching any suspicious objects.
Hezbollah has also warned its supporters against rushing back, urging them to follow official guidance before returning to their villages.
The United Nations relief agency reported that thousands of homes have been destroyed or severely damaged, and restoration of basic services and infrastructure will take considerable time.
Speaking to media, returning residents said they were anxious to see their homes but would comply with instructions from authorities. The return movement is ongoing, with more displaced people expected to make their way back in the coming days.
