image sourced from original article at The United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon has accused Israel of violating Lebanese sovereignty by building sections of a new border wall that cross the internationally recognized Blue Line, making parts of Lebanese territory inaccessible. The force has called on Israel to remove the wall from these areas and respect the border, while also noting that some new construction remains on the Israeli side. Tensions remain high along the border, with near-daily Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon and ongoing efforts to limit the group's funding and arms.
Meanwhile, Lebanon's central bank has announced stricter regulations for money transfer and exchange companies, aiming to combat money laundering and terrorist financing after international pressure and accusations that Iran has funneled large sums to Hezbollah. The new measures require more detailed reporting and compliance from financial firms handling significant transactions.
In a separate development, Israel has accused Hezbollah of murdering a prominent Lebanese Christian politician in 2023, contradicting earlier reports of a car accident. The accusation claims that Hezbollah's special operations unit carried out the killing as part of a broader campaign to eliminate opponents within Lebanon.
