Israel's refusal to withdraw from south Lebanon dominated morning headlines, as Washington signaled support for extending the Israeli presence beyond the 60-day deadline. The Lebanese Army's deployment plans faced obstacles, with IDF forces advancing in five areas of Marjayoun district and conducting demolitions near Kfarchouba.
By midday, attention shifted to the Hamas-Israel prisoner exchange, with four female Israeli soldiers released in exchange for 200 Palestinian detainees. Macron's intervention with President Aoun regarding ceasefire maintenance highlighted international concern.
Evening brought reports of an IED attack on an Israeli military vehicle in south Lebanon, while the White House directed the Pentagon to lift restrictions on providing Israel with 2000-pound bombs. Gulf states expressed support for Lebanon's stability, with Kuwait's foreign minister making explicit commitments.