The Israeli military announced it would maintain control of five strategic points in South Lebanon, despite the withdrawal deadline. Cabinet approved a ministerial statement notably excluding references to "resistance" while affirming state monopoly on arms. Israeli forces conducted operations in Kfar Shouba, burning homes.
A targeted strike in Sidon killed a Hamas operations commander, marking the first such operation since the ceasefire. The Security Council at Baabda extended the suspension of Iranian flights while issuing strict orders to keep the airport road open, following recent UNIFIL attacks.
By evening, Israeli forces began partial withdrawal from border villages, with Lebanese Army units deploying to vacated areas. The withdrawal excluded the five strategic points, setting up potential confrontation over these positions.