Israel is reported to be releasing five Lebanese detainees on Thursday and returning them to Lebanon, according to reports of ongoing US-brokered negotiations between the two countries. Israeli media suggested the release would constitute a gesture of goodwill to the Lebanese government amid continuing diplomatic efforts. The timing and circumstances of the release remained unclear.
The International Committee of the Red Cross confirmed that a humanitarian operation was underway. Hachem Osseiran, an ICRC spokesperson for the Middle East, said the organization would release further details only after the operation concluded to protect its integrity and the safety of those involved.
