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STANDARD HUMANITARIAN UNVERIFIED

Civilian return efforts in Khiam following Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Apr 18, 2026 06:47 AM CT Khiam, Lebanon ceasefire,lebanon,hezbollah,israel,displacement,humanitarian

Summary

Residents in the southern Lebanese border town of Khiam are attempting to return home as the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah enters its second day. This movement indicates the initial stabilization of the front line and the beginning of humanitarian recovery efforts in a previously active combat zone. The situation remains fluid as the cessation of hostilities is tested by the return of displaced populations.

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BBC Arabic's correspondent Carine Torbey reports from the border town of Khiam, as the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon goes into its second day.

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Actor Responses

Hezbollah NEUTRAL

Participating in the ceasefire agreement allowing for civilian return.

Israel NEUTRAL

Participating in the ceasefire agreement allowing for civilian return.

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