Day Army Sealed Border Crossings as Israeli Ground Operation Resumed

The Lebanese Army entered Housh al-Sayyed Ali and closed four illegal border crossings following yesterday's clashes with Syrian forces, meeting resistance from masked individuals who accused soldiers of treason. President Aoun called for reinforcing the ceasefire and border control while meeting with German Foreign Minister Baerbock, emphasizing Israel's rejection of Lebanese proposals to withdraw from the five hills.

Israel launched a "limited ground operation" in Gaza's Netzarim corridor after resuming heavy bombardment yesterday, which Hamas indicated openness to discuss despite continued fighting. A UN peacekeeper was wounded by a mine explosion in south Lebanon, raising concerns about conflict expansion.

Former President Michel Aoun reiterated that reforms are a Lebanese need, not merely an international demand. The U.S. Middle East envoy's office affirmed Lebanon as a sovereign state making its own decisions while expressing confidence in President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam's leadership.