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Sunday, February 16, 2025
IDF says it fired warning shots near crowd in south Lebanon; woman reported killed
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
Lebanese media reports that a woman was killed and several others were wounded by Israeli gunfire in the south Lebanon town of Houla, close to the border with Israel.
The IDF says it fired warning shots after suspects gathered in the area, where troops are still deployed. The military is currently unaware of any civilians being hit by the gunfire, but is investigating the claim.
Lebanon’s official news agency also reports that the IDF detained three civilians in the town.
The IDF has repeatedly warned Lebanese citizens not to approach areas where troops are still deployed in southern Lebanon amid an ongoing ceasefire.
The military is set to withdraw from most areas in south Lebanon where troops are still deployed on February 18, while remaining in five strategic positions.
