The Israeli military on Saturday (April 18) said it had established a "Yellow Line" demarcation in southern Lebanon, similar to the one separating its forces from territory still held by Hamas in Gaza, adding that it had already struck suspected militants approaching its troops along the line.&nbsp;"Over the past 24 hours, IDF forces operating south of the Yellow Line in southern Lebanon identified terrorists who violated the ceasefire understandings and approached the forces from north of the Yellow Line in a manner that posed an immediate threat," the military said, referring to such a line for the first time since a ceasefire came into effect.&nbsp;"Immediately after identification and in order to eliminate the threat ... forces attacked the terrorists in several areas in southern Lebanon," it said, noting that the military was authorised to take action against threats, despite the ceasefire.&nbsp;"Actions taken in self-defence and to remove immediate threats are not restricted by the ceasefire," the IDF said.&nbsp;Since a ceasefire came into effect in Gaza on October 10, the Palestinian territory has been split by a "Yellow Line", the de facto boundary dividing Gaza into two zones: one under Israeli military control and one under Hamas control.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-tanker-among-vessels-shot-at-by-iranian-gunboats-in-strait-of-hormuz-reports-1776514445896">Indian tanker among vessels shot at by Iranian gunboats in Strait of Hormuz: Reports</a>&nbsp;Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire on Thursday after weeks of fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah, following pressure from the United States. The conflict, which began on March 2, saw intense Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon and a ground offensive in the south.&nbsp;According to the Lebanese authorities, nearly 2,300 people have been killed, with widespread destruction reported in southern areas such as Nabatiyeh. Hezbollah has halted military operations since the ceasefire took effect, but warned it was keeping its "finger on the trigger" in case of any violations.&nbsp;Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said "direct negotiations" with Israel "are crucial", adding that the government aims to stabilise the ceasefire, ensure Israeli withdrawal from southern territories, recover prisoners, and resolve border disputes.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump said Washington had "prohibited" Israel from bombing Lebanon after the ceasefire deal and would work with Lebanon to "deal with" Hezbollah.&nbsp;However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has not "yet finished the job" and remains committed to dismantling the militant group.

Since a ceasefire came into effect in Gaza on October 10, the Palestinian territory has been split by a "Yellow Line", the de facto boundary dividing Gaza into two zones: one under Israeli military control and one under Hamas control.

The Israeli military on Saturday (April 18) said it had established a "Yellow Line" demarcation in southern Lebanon, similar to the one separating its forces from territory still held by Hamas in Gaza, adding that it had already struck suspected militants approaching its troops along the line. "Over the past 24 hours, IDF forces operating south of the Yellow Line in southern Lebanon identified terrorists who violated the ceasefire understandings and approached the forces from north of the Yellow Line in a manner that posed an immediate threat," the military said, referring to such a line for the first time since a ceasefire came into effect. "Immediately after identification and in order to eliminate the threat ... forces attacked the terrorists in several areas in southern Lebanon," it said, noting that the military was authorised to take action against threats, despite the ceasefire. "Actions taken in self-defence and to remove immediate threats are not restricted by the ceasefire," the IDF said. Since a ceasefire came into effect in Gaza on October 10, the Palestinian territory has been split by a "Yellow Line", the de facto boundary dividing Gaza into two zones: one under Israeli military control and one under Hamas control. Also Read: Indian tanker among vessels shot at by Iranian gunboats in Strait of Hormuz: Reports Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire on Thursday after weeks of fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah, following pressure from the United States. The conflict, which began on March 2, saw intense Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon and a ground offensive in the south. According to the Lebanese authorities, nearly 2,300 people have been killed, with widespread destruction reported in southern areas such as Nabatiyeh. Hezbollah has halted military operations since the ceasefire took effect, but warned it was keeping its "finger on the trigger" in case of any violations. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said "direct negotiations" with Israel "are crucial", adding that the government aims to stabilise the ceasefire, ensure Israeli withdrawal from southern territories, recover prisoners, and resolve border disputes. US President Donald Trump said Washington had "prohibited" Israel from bombing Lebanon after the ceasefire deal and would work with Lebanon to "deal with" Hezbollah. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has not "yet finished the job" and remains committed to dismantling the militant group.

Since a ceasefire came into effect in Gaza on October 10, the Palestinian territory has been split by a "Yellow Line", the de facto boundary dividing Gaza into two zones: one under Israeli military control and one under Hamas control.

Israel enforces Gaza-like ‘Yellow Line’ in Lebanon following 10-day ceasefire

The opening of direct talks between Israel and Beirut on Wednesday (Apr 15) marks a seismic shift in the regional geopolitical landscape, that could end Hezbollah's grip on Lebanon. "This is indeed a genuine historic opportunity to end decades of Hezbollah's stranglehold over Lebanon," Israeli government spokesman David Mencer told the media. Also mentioning there was "no ceasefire discussion".&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-us-nuclear-talks-hit-roadblock-as-enrichment-dispute-widens-gap-1776271463666/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-us-nuclear-talks-hit-roadblock-as-enrichment-dispute-widens-gap-1776271463666/embed</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;For the Israeli administration, the primary objective is the de-escalation of the northern front through a structural diplomatic framework rather than perpetual military attrition. By engaging directly with Lebanese government representatives.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-china-energy-cooperation-lavrov-putin-visit-1776252734816">Russia will help stabilise energy prices in China ahead of Vladimir Putin visit</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;From his small shop in Beirut, facing a building destroyed by an Israeli airstrike, Qassem Saad said he was exhausted by repeated Israeli wars on Lebanon, and hoped negotiations could end decades of suffering.&nbsp;"We know that Israel will remain an enemy to us, but we are tired," 49-year-old Saad, who suffered a minor injury in the strike, told AFP. A meeting is scheduled to be held Tuesday in Washington between th ors there to discuss the possibility of direct negotiations between the two countries, which have technically been at war for decades.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ran-threatens-shipping-in-persian-gulf-red-sea-and-gulf-of-oman-if-us-naval-blockade-continues-1776256812749">Iran threatens shipping in Gulf, Red Sea, and Gulf of Oman if US blockade stays</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lebanese authorities have stressed that Beirut first wants to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, but Israel has dismissed that prospect for the time being, insisting on the Iran-backed group's disarmament and saying it prefers instead to focus on formal peace talks with Lebanon itself.&nbsp;(With agency inputs)

Israel views upcoming Lebanon talks as a 'historic opportunity' to dismantle Hezbollah’s long-standing influence and restore regional security.

The opening of direct talks between Israel and Beirut on Wednesday (Apr 15) marks a seismic shift in the regional geopolitical landscape, that could end Hezbollah's grip on Lebanon. "This is indeed a genuine historic opportunity to end decades of Hezbollah's stranglehold over Lebanon," Israeli government spokesman David Mencer told the media. Also mentioning there was "no ceasefire discussion". https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-us-nuclear-talks-hit-roadblock-as-enrichment-dispute-widens-gap-1776271463666/embed For the Israeli administration, the primary objective is the de-escalation of the northern front through a structural diplomatic framework rather than perpetual military attrition. By engaging directly with Lebanese government representatives. Also read: Russia will help stabilise energy prices in China ahead of Vladimir Putin visit From his small shop in Beirut, facing a building destroyed by an Israeli airstrike, Qassem Saad said he was exhausted by repeated Israeli wars on Lebanon, and hoped negotiations could end decades of suffering. "We know that Israel will remain an enemy to us, but we are tired," 49-year-old Saad, who suffered a minor injury in the strike, told AFP. A meeting is scheduled to be held Tuesday in Washington between th ors there to discuss the possibility of direct negotiations between the two countries, which have technically been at war for decades. Also read: Iran threatens shipping in Gulf, Red Sea, and Gulf of Oman if US blockade stays Lebanese authorities have stressed that Beirut first wants to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, but Israel has dismissed that prospect for the time being, insisting on the Iran-backed group's disarmament and saying it prefers instead to focus on formal peace talks with Lebanon itself. (With agency inputs)

Israel views upcoming Lebanon talks as a 'historic opportunity' to dismantle Hezbollah’s long-standing influence and restore regional security.

'Historic opportunity': Israel aims to break Hezbollah's hold in Lebanon talks

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Israel enforces Gaza-like ‘Yellow Line’ in Lebanon following 10-day ceasefire

'Historic opportunity': Israel aims to break Hezbollah's hold in Lebanon talks