Israeli settlers conducted a controversial entry into Lebanese territory in Houla, claiming it was for a “religious visit”. Organized by the Israeli army and linked to Rabbi Ashi, this incursion raises concerns about ongoing territorial disputes between Israel and Lebanon.
On March 7, 2025, a group of Israeli settlers entered Lebanese territory near the town of Houla under the guise of a “religious visit” to a site referred to as Qabr al-Ibad. This event, organized by the Israeli army, was purportedly linked to Rabbi Ashi, igniting tensions regarding cross-border incursions. Leaks from Israeli authorities about the planned visit raised alarms concerning the ongoing disputes surrounding territorial boundaries between Israel and Lebanon.
This incident underscores the ongoing tensions associated with territorial disputes between Lebanon and Israel, as well as the complexities surrounding religious and national identities in the region. The actions of the Israeli settlers, framed as a religious pilgrimage, are viewed critically given the geopolitical context.
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