Municipal election results dominated the morning news, with governing coalition victories in Beirut and Bekaa, while traditional parties outperformed civil society movements. President Aoun met with Egyptian President Sisi in Cairo, emphasizing Lebanon's commitment to UN Resolution 1701 while warning against hasty Hezbollah disarmament, revealing ongoing communication with the group.
Significant developments emerged midday as Naharnet reported Hezbollah quietly withdrawing north of the Litani River, ceding positions to the Lebanese army - marking a potential shift in south Lebanon's military landscape. Meanwhile, Israeli operations continued with an airstrike targeting hills near Bouday.
By evening, Israeli forces claimed to have killed a Hezbollah Radwan Force member in southern Lebanon, while Netanyahu declared Israel would "take control of all" Gaza Strip territories. Reports of an "Israeli-controlled area" in Lebanon with an Israeli flag raised alarm, according to Janoubia newspaper.