IDF implements Gaza-style 'yellow line' in south Lebanon - report
The military has reportedly adapted the Gaza operational model to 55 Lebanese villages, for tactical control and clearing remaining threats to ensure Hezbollah cannot regroup during the 10-day pause
The Israeli military will reportedly introduce a "Yellow Line" policy across southern Lebanon, effectively creating a high-security buffer zone
Senior IDF officials told CNN that this tactical framework is a direct export of the model currently used in Gaza, where the military maintains total control over occupied territory behind a designated demarcation line.
Under this system, the area remains a closed military zone, rendering 55 Lebanese villages strictly off-limits to residents who were displaced during the conflict.
This new boundary creates a complex reality on the ground that contrasts with the 10-day ceasefire's diplomatic goals. While the pause in fighting has halted major aerial campaigns and ground advances, the IDF has made it clear that their presence remains active.
Military officials stated they are fully authorized to continue the systematic demolition of Hezbollah infrastructure within the "Yellow Line" zone despite the cessation of hostilities.
This allows the military to finalize the clearing of tunnels and launch sites without fear of being caught in a renewed cycle of combat, ensuring that Hezbollah cannot re-establish its forward positions during the diplomatic window.