The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Monday that they killed a Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon. The military identified the individual as Muhammad Ali Shuaikh, claiming he was a local representative for Hezbollah in the village of Al-Mansouri. The IDF released a video on social media purportedly showing the operation that led to Shuaikh's death.

According to the IDF, Shuaikh was responsible for maintaining communication between Hezbollah and local residents on military and economic matters. The military also accused him of seizing private assets for terrorist activities. The IDF stated that its operations in Lebanon aim to locate and dismantle terrorist infrastructure.

Despite a ceasefire agreement reached in November 2022, which called for both Hezbollah and Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon, tensions remain high. The IDF has continued airstrikes in the region, targeting what it describes as Hezbollah members and infrastructure. Over the past week, the IDF reported striking five terrorist targets and killing three Hezbollah operatives.

The Lebanese health ministry reported that the strike on Shuaikh's vehicle resulted in the death of a civilian, identified by local media as a school principal. The incident occurred in Mansouri, located about six miles from the Israeli border.

In a separate incident, the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon reported that Israeli soldiers fired at its troops in the southern region. The IDF claimed it was responding to suspicious activity and did not intentionally target UN personnel.

The ongoing violence and military actions come amid a backdrop of a fragile ceasefire, with both sides accusing each other of violations. The situation remains tense as the IDF continues its operations in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah has vowed to respond to Israeli actions.

As the conflict continues, the international community watches closely, with concerns about the potential for escalation in the region. The IDF's recent actions highlight the ongoing volatility in the area, despite previous agreements aimed at reducing hostilities.