Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon continue despite June withdrawal framework

Israel has launched fresh airstrikes and artillery on southern Lebanese towns, weeks after Beirut and Tel Aviv signed a framework agreement on gradual Israeli withdrawal.

• Israeli warplanes struck Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Kfar Tibnit with four raids, including two near al-Dabsha hill, while artillery hit Zawtar al-Sharqiya.
• Israeli forces carried out explosions and heavy machine-gun sweeps near Arnoun and detonations in Mansouri.
• The attacks have persisted despite the framework agreement signed June 26, under which Israel would withdraw gradually as the Lebanese army deployed.
• President Joseph Aoun said Lebanon is indivisible and reaffirmed the state's commitment to full sovereignty over all its territory.