Lebanese media on October 17 extensively covered ongoing Israeli airstrikes targeting South Lebanon, with reports of an incursion into Yaroun and the destruction of an uninhabited building in the morning. This continued from previous days' focus on Israeli military actions, with Iran attributing aggression against Lebanon to the failure of guarantor states to uphold the ceasefire agreement. Discussions in the early afternoon also centered on the future options for Hezbollah post-Gaza peace, and challenges facing a Gaza peace agreement.
Later in the day, the primary focus shifted to the release of Hannibal Gaddafi on bail, costing eleven million dollars, sparking widespread coverage and discussion among Lebanese outlets. Trump's anticipation of more Abraham Accords and his peace plan's impact on Lebanon were also noted. The UN Security Council adopted a statement urging Lebanon and Israel to respect the ceasefire agreement.