Ramieh: Residents of the southern border town of Ramieh reported on Thursday that a group of monkeys had crossed over from the Israeli side into the outskirts of the town. This unusual event underscores the ongoing vulnerabilities along the Lebanese-Israeli border, which has seen repeated incidents of breaches.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, this sighting comes shortly after a herd of Israeli cattle was observed roaming near Ramieh and the neighboring town of Aita al-Shaab. These animals also entered through gaps in the border fence, spotlighting the recurring issue of structural weaknesses in the barrier.
Local accounts suggest that these breaches are due to openings created by the Israeli army, allegedly used for their nighttime incursions into Lebanese territory. The recent monkey infiltration adds to the growing concerns over the porous nature of the border and the potential for further incidents.