Israeli Merkava Tanks Enter Deir Mimas, Artillery Fire Violates Southern Ceasefire

Israeli Merkava tanks entered Deir Mimas, a town in southern Lebanon, on September 20, 2026, according to Saba News Agency. The incursion followed reports of artillery fire in the southern region, which violated the ceasefire agreement. The Lebanese military issued statements condemning the actions, emphasizing the breach of the ceasefire and the potential for further escalation.