❗️Israeli occupation forces reportedly begin scaling back in Lebanon despite escalation rhetoric

A Maariv report by Avi Ashkenazi published on 27 April says Israeli occupation forces have begun reducing their presence in southern Lebanon, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly claimed he had ordered intensified attacks against Hezbollah.

The withdrawal reportedly began with the redeployment of the 162nd Division, one of three maneuvering divisions in Lebanon, whose command has already been pulled back from the northern front, with additional units expected to exit in the coming days and be reassigned to other sectors.

Despite the drawdown, remaining forces continue “limited operations” under ceasefire constraints, carrying out raids and clearing operations up to the so-called “Yellow Line,” while demolishing every building in sight under the claim they are Hezbollah-linked.

Some units have been repositioned within other formations, with two battalions from the 401st Brigade transferred to the 146th Division, now acting as a line division, while the 226th Reserve Parachute Brigade operates in the coastal sector.

The 36th Division remains the main maneuvering force in Lebanon, including Golani units and supporting brigades, as supposed “restrictions” tied to the “ceasefire” prevent any advance toward the Litani River.

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