Overview

• Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon, initially scheduled for today, has been delayed, citing Lebanon's incomplete implementation of the ceasefire agreement.
• The ceasefire required Hezbollah's retreat behind the Litani River and the Lebanese Army's control of the area, but both conditions remain unmet, with Hezbollah still present in the region.
• The U.S. and Israel are pushing for an extension of the ceasefire timeline, while Lebanon calls on international allies to pressure Israel for compliance.
• Four Israeli soldiers held captive by Hamas since October 2023 have been released; in exchange, Israel has freed 200 Palestinian prisoners, including individuals with significant charges.
• Humanitarian aid flows into Gaza have slowed, with fewer trucks delivering essential supplies than stipulated under the ceasefire agreement, raising concerns about worsening conditions for civilians.