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ANALYSIS

What is the strategic significance of the Marjayoun district for Israel?

The eastern section of the border area overlooks Israel’s northernmost region, known as the Galilee Panhandle or the “Finger of Galilee.”

What is the strategic significance of the Marjayoun district for Israel?

Lebanese Army deploys at the entrance of the village of Mais al-Jabal (Marjayoun district), in southern Lebanon, to prevent locals from returning to their village still occupied by the Israeli army, Jan. 27, 2025. (Credit: Mahmoud Zayyat/AFP)

Following an agreement with the United States, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the extension of the cease-fire deadline between Hezbollah and Israel until Feb. 18. Since then, Israeli forces have continued to prevent the Lebanese...
Following an agreement with the United States, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the extension of the cease-fire deadline between Hezbollah and Israel until Feb. 18. Since then, Israeli forces have continued to prevent the Lebanese...