IDF Withdraws from Khiam Under US-Brokered Ceasefire; 7th Brigade Completes Mission as Lebanese Army and UNIFIL Deploy

Dec 11, 2024, 08:41 PM

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have officially withdrawn from the town of Khiam in southern Lebanon, marking a significant step in the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. This withdrawal was confirmed by multiple sources, including the IDF, which stated that the 7th Brigade concluded its mission in the area. Following the IDF's departure, the Lebanese Armed Forces, in coordination with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), began deploying troops to secure the region. The U.S. military has also been involved in overseeing this transition, with a top general describing it as an 'important first step' in the ceasefire process. Despite the withdrawal from Khiam, the IDF has indicated that it remains deployed in other parts of southern Lebanon and will continue to operate against any potential threats. The situation is part of a broader effort to stabilize the area previously controlled by Iranian-backed Hezbollah fighters.