France has privately cautioned Israel that ongoing breaches of a US-mediated ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah in Lebanon could jeopardize the delicate accord, as reported by several Israeli media outlets.

Ynet indicates that Paris has documented at least 52 alleged infractions by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), which have resulted in the deaths of at least three Lebanese civilians. French officials have also voiced concerns regarding the resumption of Israeli low-altitude drone operations over Beirut.

The IDF has targeted what it asserts are Hezbollah positions without prior consultation with the international committee responsible for overseeing the ceasefire, prompting Paris to urge Israel to show restraint and allow Lebanese authorities to uphold their commitments. Israeli broadcaster Kan noted that Paris has also accused Hezbollah of violating the ceasefire.

A French official stated, “The Lebanese are fully committed to maintaining the cease-fire and preventing Hezbollah from reestablishing its presence in southern Lebanon, but they must be given time to prove themselves,” as reported by Ynet.

In response, West Jerusalem defended its military actions by asserting that the international monitoring committee would not be operational until early next week. Israeli officials indicated that until that time, Israel would respond forcefully to any perceived threats from Hezbollah.

Additionally, the Times of Israel reported that Israel’s actions align with a purported US “side letter” that permits West Jerusalem to use force against any renewed threats. According to the report, Israel is authorized to act whenever it believes the terms of the agreement have been violated in southern Lebanon, although it is expected to inform the US prior to any military actions within Lebanon.

A ceasefire mediated by the United States between Israel and Hezbollah was implemented on Wednesday. However, by Friday, both parties accused each other of breaching the agreement after the Israeli military targeted a facility allegedly utilized by the Lebanese group in southern Lebanon.

In recent days, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have also conducted strikes on Syrian territory close to the Lebanese border, asserting that these facilities were employed by Hezbollah for the transfer of weapons from Syria to Lebanon. The Syrian state news agency SANA reported on Wednesday that an Israeli airstrike resulted in the deaths of six Syrians, including military personnel and a humanitarian worker.