Joyful Return of Displaced Lebanese Amid Ceasefire
Displaced Lebanese citizens are returning to their homes in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley following a ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel, which took effect early Wednesday. The atmosphere is filled with joy and relief as families make their way back to their communities. In the southern city of Tyre, convoys of cars filled with returnees have been spotted, with many waving Lebanese, Hezbollah, and Amal Movement flags while expressing their happiness with victory signs.
Al Jazeera's bureau chief in Lebanon, Mazen Ibrahim, reported that life is gradually resuming in Tyre, despite the visible destruction caused by the recent conflict. The return of residents marks a significant moment for the community as they begin to rebuild their lives after the turmoil.
Celebrations and Restoration Efforts
In addition to the return of families, crowds gathered in Beirut's southern suburbs, celebrating the ceasefire and showing support for Hezbollah. Many participants waved yellow flags and chanted slogans in favor of the resistance, while some displayed rifles and images of the late Hezbollah leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine, who were killed in Israeli attacks.
Lebanon's Minister of Public Works, Ali Hamieh, announced the commencement of restoration efforts for the Masnaa border crossing with Syria, which had been closed due to Israeli strikes. The ministry is also inspecting other border crossings in northern Lebanon to assess the damage and plan for repairs.
