The Lebanese army now has control of south Lebanon. This area was once run by Hezbollah. The government wants to take away weapons from groups not in the army. This is after a peace deal. The first step is now done. Israel and the United States watch closely. They want to see if weapons will be removed.
Hezbollah was in charge south of the Litani River. This is near Israel. The Lebanese army is showing strength. The government wants to be in charge. This helps with worries about armed groups. The plan is to remove weapons and fighters. People have different thoughts about this plan.
This news comes as people fear more fighting. The United States asked Lebanon to limit Hezbollah. Some say Hezbollah gets new weapons from Iran. This makes Israel worried. Israel has acted against Hezbollah.
The Lebanese army says some Hezbollah buildings are gone. Hezbollah says its fighters left some areas. The army met its first goals. But more work is needed. This includes clearing old bombs.
Israel is not sure if this will work. The Israeli Prime Minister's office said it is a good start. But they think it is not enough. They worry Hezbollah is getting weapons from Iran. The Prime Minister may use more military action.
The Lebanese government disagrees with Israel. They say Israeli attacks make it hard. The situation is tricky. The next weeks will show if the army can control the area. It will also show if fighting can stop.