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Lebanese Army Regains Control of Southern Border Village

5/2/2025

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On February 18, 2025, the Lebanese army reclaimed the southern border village of Adaisseh following Israel's withdrawal. Since the November ceasefire, they have dismantled more than 90% of Hezbollah's infrastructure south of the Litani River. President Joseph Aoun proudly announced that the army now controls over 85% of southern Lebanon, even as Israel maintains a presence in five key locations.

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On February 18, 2025, the Lebanese army reclaimed the southern border village of Adaisseh following Israel's withdrawal. Since the November ceasefire, they have dismantled more than 90% of Hezbollah's infrastructure south of the Litani River. President Joseph Aoun proudly announced that the army now controls over 85% of southern Lebanon, even as Israel maintains a presence in five key locations.