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Israeli Shelling Kills Retired Soldier in Southern Lebanon

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An Israeli artillery strike in southern Lebanon killed a retired soldier tending his olive groves.

An artillery strike by the Israeli military in southern Lebanon has killed a retired Lebanese soldier. The victim was working his land during the annual olive harvest when the shelling occurred. This follows a previous ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Lebanon in June.

The victimAli Abdul Hassan Sweidan was identified by the Lebanese army as the retired soldier killed in the strike.
The activityThe attack took place while he was tending to his land during the annual olive harvest.

Timeline

Jun 2026A ceasefire is reached between Israel and Lebanon.
Oct 11Israeli attacks in south Lebanon result in two deaths near occupied areas.
Oct 12An Israeli artillery shell kills a retired Lebanese soldier during the olive harvest.

Why it matters

Violations of the June ceasefire continue to affect local residents and agricultural workers in southern regions. Ongoing military actions disrupt daily life and farming activities during critical seasonal harvests.