France Privately Accuses Israel of Breaching Ceasefire

According to Ynet, Paris has recorded at least 52 alleged violations by the Israeli military force, resulting in the deaths of at least three Lebanese civilians. The French authorities also reportedly expressed concern over renewed Israeli low-altitude drone flights over the Lebanese capital of Beirut.  

The Israeli military struck what it claims to be Hezbollah targets without consulting an international committee tasked with monitoring the truce, Paris reportedly told Tel aviv, calling on Israel to exercise restraint and let the Lebanese authorities fulfill their end of the bargain. According to the Israeli broadcaster Kan, Paris accused Hezbollah of violating the truce as well.  

“The Lebanese are fully committed to maintaining the cease-fire and preventing Hezbollah from reestablishing its presence in southern Lebanon, but they must be given time to prove themselves,” a French official said, according to Ynet.