Israeli strike kills one in Lebanon amid ceasefire tensions

An Israeli drone strike in southern Lebanon killed one person on Wednesday in the town of Aita al-Shaab, a day after Israel began withdrawing troops from most border areas under a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. The attack also left two individuals injured due to Israeli gunfire in Wazzani. Lebanese officials, including President Joseph Aoun, are urging international sponsors, particularly the US and France, to pressure Israel to fully withdraw from the remaining occupied territories, describing the Israeli military presence as an occupation. A ceasefire agreement, initially brokered in November, has faced challenges, with Israel maintaining troops at five strategic points along the Lebanese border. The Lebanese government is preparing to assert its authority over border security and has expressed the right to take necessary measures to ensure Israel's compliance with the ceasefire arrangements. Tensions remain high as both sides navigate the fragile situation and the threat of renewed hostilities looms.