Lebanon - November 2024

A ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel took effect on 27 November. In September and October 2024, Israel had carried out a ground invasion of South Lebanon and intensified airstrikes across the country. Since October 2023, nearly 4,000 people have been killed and 1.2 million displaced. The 60-day ceasefire requires Hezbollah forces to retreat to the north of the Litani River, under the supervision of the Lebanese Armed Forces and the United Nations, and Israeli forces are to withdraw from South Lebanon. If maintained, the ceasefire could significantly reduce the level of violence and displacement. As part of a reported side deal to the ceasefire, the Lebanese Parliament will also convene on 9 January 2025 to elect a president, a position vacant since October 2022 due to political deadlock. Under the country's power-sharing system, the presidency is reserved for a Maronite Christian.

Sources: National News Agency, L’Orient Today, Reuters, Associated Press, The National