The Lebanese caretaker government approved a plan for the deployment of the Lebanese army south of the Litani River.
Holding an extraordinary meeting in the army barracks in the southern city of Tyre, the government also approved a plan for the country’s reconstruction after Israel’s war on Hezbollah.
Army commander Joseph Aoun, who attended the meeting, presented a plan of the deployment of the military.
Prime Minister Najib Mikati stressed that United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 was the foundation for the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
He called on sponsors of the ceasefire to work “seriously” towards ending Israel’s violation of the truce and its withdrawal from Lebanese territories it has occupied.
He praised the military command that has proven its “discipline and responsibility” during these times.
Mikati also underscored the government’s support for the army’s cooperation with the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
Moreover, he stressed that the stability of the South and its reconstruction is key to stability in the Middle East.
“There can be no security and safety without the implementation of international resolutions,” he declared.
At the end of the cabinet meeting, Information Minister Ziad Makary said the government approved the army’s deployment plan, adding that he it has already sent forces to the South.
The military needs equipment and gear, he added, revealing that Aoun had spoken about assistance that will be received by the army soon.
Rubble will be removed from the South and areas will be cleared of cluster bombs, the minister added.
