In a statement issued early Friday, the Lebanese Army said it had recorded "a number of Israeli attacks, in addition to intermittent shelling targeting several villages,” despite a 10-day truce agreement intended to halt weeks of hostilities. The army urged displaced civilians to delay returning to southern areas, warning that security conditions remained unstable due to ongoing breaches.

"The army command reiterates its call for citizens to exercise caution and adhere to military instructions for their safety, particularly during nighttime hours,” the statement said, emphasizing the risks posed by unexploded ordnance and active conflict zones.

Field reports indicated that Israeli artillery struck areas including the towns of Khiam, Debbine, and Bint Jbeil. A local resident from Bint Jbeil, speaking to Lamaane News Network, described hearing "sporadic shelling after midnight,” adding that "people had hoped the ceasefire would bring immediate calm, but the situation on the ground suggests otherwise.”

Separately, Israel Defense Forces confirmed in a brief statement that its troops remained positioned in southern Lebanon following the ceasefire’s implementation. The military did not directly address allegations of violations but said its presence was "in line with operational requirements.”

Lebanese authorities also warned civilians against moving south of the Litani River, citing continued troop deployments and the risk of renewed clashes. A senior Lebanese security official, speaking on condition of attribution, told Lamaane News Network that "the situation remains fluid, and any premature return could expose civilians to direct risk.”

The ceasefire follows weeks of escalating conflict that displaced tens of thousands of residents across southern Lebanon, damaging infrastructure and straining humanitarian resources. According to local officials, entire communities remain without electricity or access to essential services.

Analysts say the reported violations could undermine fragile diplomatic efforts aimed at stabilizing the border region. "Ceasefires in such contexts require strict compliance and monitoring mechanisms,” said Joseph Michel, a Beirut-based security analyst. "Even limited breaches can erode trust and increase the likelihood of renewed escalation.”

The developments highlight persistent tensions along the Lebanon–Israel frontier, where past agreements have frequently faced implementation challenges. For displaced families, uncertainty continues as many await clearer assurances of safety before returning home.