Israeli soldiers have killed 22 people and wounded 124 in southern Lebanon, according to the health ministry, while the Israeli military remained deployed past a withdrawal deadline and Hezbollah's removal from the area.
Despite warnings of danger, thousands of residents returned to towns near the border.
The Israeli military mentioned firing "warning shots in multiple areas" and apprehending individuals deemed an "imminent threat" but did not confirm if anyone was hit.
The 60-day ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah was reported as not fully implemented by Israel. It is unknown how many soldiers remain in Lebanon or for how much longer they will stay.
The ceasefire took effect in November.
Lebanon's health ministry stated that Israeli forces attacked individuals attempting to enter occupied locations, resulting in casualties among women, children, and a paramedic.
The Lebanese army reported one soldier killed and another wounded by Israeli fire.
The ceasefire agreement brokered by the US and France to end 14 months of conflict required the withdrawal of Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters and weapons from southern Lebanon. Additionally, Lebanese soldiers were to be deployed to the area where Hezbollah has long held sway.
Hezbollah's TV station, Al Manar, seemed to encourage people to return south, with convoys displaying the group's flag arriving in some places.
The missed ceasefire deadline marks a critical test for Lebanon's new president and army chief, Joseph Aoun, who aims to stabilize the country amid ongoing crises.
The presence of Israeli troops in southern Lebanon is concerning to many, given Israel's past occupation of the region from 1982 to 2000.
Hezbollah urged the international community to hold Israel accountable for its actions and ensure complete withdrawal from Lebanon.
The conflict, which intensified in September, led to a devastating Israeli air campaign, targeted assassinations of Hezbollah leaders, and a ground invasion that resulted in significant casualties and displacements in Lebanon.
Israeli Prime Minister's office conditioned withdrawal on the full enforcement of the ceasefire agreement by the Lebanese army and Hezbollah.
The Lebanese army stated delays in deployment due to Israel's slow withdrawal process complicating the mission.
Hezbollah, although weakened by the conflict, retains support among Shia Muslims in Lebanon despite losing key figures and infrastructure.
President Aoun aims for comprehensive reforms to rebuild institutions, tackle corruption, and control weapon possession, potentially challenging Hezbollah's military influence.
It remains uncertain if the army can execute such reforms without risking internal conflict.
Hezbollah's influence has waned, and its return to attacks may face resistance, including from its own supporters who question its actions.
The Israeli war aimed to facilitate the return of displaced residents and remove Hezbollah from border areas.
Hezbollah began its campaign following Hamas attacks on southern Israel in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.