Ceasefire Enables Return of Displaced Lebanese Citizens

Following a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, thousands of Lebanese citizens have begun returning home after months of displacement due to ongoing hostilities. In Al-Qaim district, the mayor reported that 2,500 Lebanese have already crossed back into their country, facilitated by local government support and transportation arrangements. Despite warnings from Israeli forces urging caution near the border, many displaced individuals continue to rush home, driven by a desire for normalcy and a sense of resilience. The ceasefire, which marks an end to over a year of conflict, includes a transition period for military withdrawals on both sides. Citizens returning to southern Lebanon expressed pride in their resilience and unity, celebrating what they perceive as a victory against adversity. The United Nations has also welcomed the ceasefire, beginning to adjust its operations in light of the new situation.