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Israeli Army Radio: The Israeli Army has completed its withdrawal from South Lebanon, in line with the set deadline, with the exception of five sites

The Lebanese army entered the towns of Mais al-Jabal, Blida, and Mahbib in Southern Lebanon after the withdrawal of the Israeli occupation forces.

Al Mayadeen correspondent to southern Lebanon: Two Israeli airstrikes targeted the vicinity of the Litani River in the Al-Dimashqiyah area, near the al-Khardali bridge.

The Lebanese government announced it has decided to extend the suspension of flights to and from Iran.

Israeli occupation forces announced they intend to stay at 5 'strategic points' in Lebanon after Tuesday's deadline.

Israeli media: Tomorrow the army will withdraw from Lebanon, except for 5 strategic points where it will remain indefinitely

Hamas-affiliated Al-Aqsa TV: Al-Qassam commander Muhammad Shahin was martyred in a Zionist raid that targeted him in the city of Saida, South Lebanon

Senior Palestinian official to Al Mayadeen: The Israeli side is ready to discuss the second phase without giving any details about its terms

Senior Palestinian official to Al Mayadeen: Equipment and caravans are expected to enter the strip tomorrow, Tuesday

Senior Palestinian official to Al Mayadeen: Hamas is waiting for the implementation of all the terms of the agreement and last week's assurances about the entry of equipment and caravans and the cessation of violations

Occupation pigs of south Lebanon

Israel's 2024 invasion of South Lebanon caused massive destruction but failed to capture key towns, and despite a ceasefire, Israeli occupation forces remain, conducting home demolitions.

News from Nowhere: The New Europeans

Trump believes he can dictate his orders to these countries and execute the “evacuation project”. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Ali Al-Hadi Shmeis)

Trump’s ‘New Middle East’ vision

What these think tanks desire from Trump’s administration is for it to adopt a Henry Kissinger-esque view of America first policy towards West Asia. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Batoul Chamas)

Neocon think tanks persuading Trump to stomp down on West Asia

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Imperialism exists, and it will continue to generate pain and death everywhere, to destroy the environment, to wage wars, and to sow poverty everywhere. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Batoul Chamas)

Trump and his distant predecessor

DeepSeek scores a home run for China, taking the first inning in the tech war against the US

Trump’s new Middle East Envoy, Ortagus, one-upped Rice in her statements hailing the Israeli war and siege on Lebanon from the Lebanese Presidential palace in Baabda. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Batoul Chamas)

What dirty tricks will the US resort to as its patience – and ceasefire time – runs out in Lebanon?

Earlier today, Hezbollah called for a popular protest to denounce "Israeli interference" and "the imposition of conditions on national sovereignty" near Beirut's vital Airport Road. During the protest, the Lebanese army fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators, resulting in cases of fainting among the protesters. Gunfire was also heard in the area. In a related context, the Lebanese Army issued a warning on Friday evening against actions that could escalate internal tensions, as the country navigates a critical period.