Lebanese leaders said Beirut was in contact with Washington and Paris to press Israel to fully withdraw from south Lebanon, branding its presence in five points an "occupation" following the expiry

Despite Tuesday's deadline for a full withdrawal, Israel continues to occupy five key high points in southern Lebanon, citing security concerns. Lebanon has condemned the move as an 'occupation' and is seeking international intervention to enforce a complete pullout.

The IDF withdrew from border villages but stayed put in five locations that violates the ceasefire, Lebanon's top officials said.