• Moumi Mousumi
• 12 Mar, 2025

Israel has officially confirmed the release of five Lebanese detainees who were captured during its ground offensive in southern Lebanon. This move comes after continuous diplomatic efforts by Lebanon and ongoing ceasefire discussions between Israel and Hezbollah.

Details & Context

- When & Where: The detainees were captured during Israel’s military operation in southern Lebanon on October 1st, following the ceasefire agreement enacted on November 27th.

- Why: The release followed deliberations by the supervisory committee overseeing the ceasefire’s implementation.

- Diplomatic Efforts: Lebanon exerted intense diplomatic pressure through the international committee monitoring the ceasefire, pushing for both detainee releases and Israeli withdrawal from key border areas.

Quotes

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with US Gen. Jasper Jeffers head of the international ceasefire committee, along with US Ambassador Lisa Johnson and other US officials. According to a source from the Presidential Palace

    | “President Aoun emphasised that Lebanon does not hold any Israeli hostages. Therefore, Israel has no justification for delaying the release of Lebanese detainees.”

Additional Information

Reports from southern Lebanon confirm that Israel is still holding 11 Lebanese citizens — including 7 Hezbollah members, 3 civilians and 1 soldier.

- The Lebanese Army recently reported that soldier Ziad Shibli was captured by Israeli forces at the southern border while in civilian clothing. He was injured and transferred to occupied Palestinian territories.

- Despite the ceasefire, Israeli drones continue military operations targeting Hezbollah members in southern Lebanon.

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Impact Analysis

- Lebanese Perspective: Lebanon sees this release as a small step but remains firm on demanding Israel’s full withdrawal from its border territories.

- Israeli Standpoint: Israel continues to justify its actions by linking detainees and drone strikes to Hezbollah’s military operations.

- Global Reaction: The Quintet Committee (including Egypt) is working on a diplomatic formula to accelerate Israel’s withdrawal.

As diplomatic efforts intensify, Lebanon remains steadfast in urging Israel to withdraw from its southern territories and release all Lebanese detainees. The release of these five individuals marks a minor yet significant shift in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations.

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