Israel’s military has issued a warning to residents of 21 villages in southern Lebanon, urging them not to return to their homes. The advisory specifically cautioned civilians against crossing a designated boundary or approaching areas near the Litani River, where Israeli forces are reportedly deployed. The statement was released by Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee, who emphasized that civilians should avoid the border villages for their safety.

The affected villages include Beit Siyad Farm, Majdal Jun, Jabbqin, Yatar, Sarbin, Hula, Beit Yahoun, Shakra, Majdal Salm, Kabriqa, Farun, Jutar al-Gharbiyah, Yahmar al-Shakif, Arnoun, Deir Mimas, Marjayoun, Abbel al-Saki, al-Mari, Kafar Shuba, Ain Kana, and Ain Atta. The warning comes as a 10-day ceasefire, brokered by the United States, has been in effect between Lebanon and Israel since April 16.

The announcement underscores ongoing security concerns along the Lebanon-Israel border despite the temporary truce, highlighting the fragile nature of the current calm in the region.