Israeli forces kill three Lebanese, injure 40 others in Southern Lebanon after end of 60-day ceasefire

CAIRO – 26 January 2025: After the end of the fragile 60-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel on Sunday at 4 a.m. (Lebanon local time), the Israeli occupation forces on the borders opened fire at the Lebanese people who were returning to their homes, Southern Lebanon.

The Lebanese Health Ministry said the Israeli army opened fire Sunday on residents of southern Lebanon trying to return to their villages, killing three persons and injuring about 40 others so far.

The Israeli army has warned Lebanese residents not to return to their homes in southern Lebanon. However, people started flocking to their villages.

The ceasefire deal in Lebanon came into effect on 27/11/2024 at 4 a.m..

Additional reporting by MENA