Israeli forces pulled out of populated areas in southern Lebanon, but retained control over strategic border points as a deadline lapsed for both Israel and Hezbollah to leave the region.

The Israeli Defense Ministry said it was maintaining a presence in "key positions." Egypt is meanwhile preparing a counter-proposal to Donald Trump's plan for Gaza. DW has the latest.

The Israeli military said it would remain in what it called “five strategic points” in southern Lebanon. Lebanese officials have called for Israel’s full withdrawal.