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<h1 class="gmail-reader-title">Defying IOF warnings, Lebanese continue heading home, arrive at towns</h1>
<div class="gmail-credits gmail-reader-credits">Al Mayadeen English - November 27, 2024<br></div>
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<div class="gmail-moz-reader-content gmail-reader-show-element"><div id="gmail-readability-page-1" class="gmail-page"><p>The scenes of Lebanese people returning to their homes depict a powerful image of resilience and victory.</p><img src="cid:ii_m40281eh1" alt="eb8e5def-cd60-422b-b19b-25c7ef430aeb.jpeg" width="468" height="312"><br><div><ul><li>
People celebrate after the ceasefire between "Israel" and Lebanon went into effect, in Saida (<em>AP</em>)
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<p><strong>Al Mayadeen</strong>’s cameras documented the historic return
of forcibly displaced residents from South Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley,
and the Southern Suburb of Beirut, as they made their way back to their
homes and villages. This significant movement began Wednesday morning,
following the <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/ceasefire-in-lebanon-receives-widespread-support--resistance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">implementation of the ceasefire</a>.</p>
<p>The scenes depicted a powerful <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hailing-resilient-people--lebanese-mp---israel--pleaded-for" target="_blank" rel="noopener">image of resilience</a> and recovery, as families returned to areas that had long been under Israeli aggression.</p>
<p>The footage highlighted both the emotional and symbolic significance
of the return, as Lebanese people hailed the Resistance and celebrated
victory, while also mourning their martyred leader, <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hezbollah-announces-martyrdom-of-sayyed-hassan-nasrallah" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah</a>.</p>
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<p dir="rtl" lang="ar">من <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%BA%D8%A7%D8%B2%D9%8A%D8%A9?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#الغازية</a>، أهالي <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%AC%D9%86%D9%88%D8%A8_%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%86?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#جنوب_لبنان</a> في طريقهم إلى قراهم وبلداتهم.<a href="https://twitter.com/AlMayadeenNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlMayadeenNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AF%D9%8A%D9%86_%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%86?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#الميادين_لبنان</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%86?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#لبنان</a> <a href="https://t.co/Z8wVXAXcwR">pic.twitter.com/Z8wVXAXcwR</a></p>
— الميادين لبنان (@mayadeenlebanon) <a href="https://twitter.com/mayadeenlebanon/status/1861671148435448043?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 27, 2024</a></blockquote>
<p>In interviews for <strong>Al Mayadeen</strong>'s correspondents,
returning Lebanese citizens expressed pride in their resilience,
declaring, "We triumphed through our determination, steadfastness, and
Resistance."</p>
<p>They highlighted that while settlers have not returned to the
northern settlements, the people of the South, Bekaa, and Southern
Suburb are now making their way back. "The enemy bet on schism and civil
war, but it has failed," they added, referring to the unity exhibited
by most of the Lebanese people from all sects and factions by embracing
the displaced.</p>
<h2>Lebanese citizens vow to pass victory on to future generations</h2>
<p>In interviews for <strong>Al Mayadeen</strong>, Lebanese citizens
expressed unwavering resolve and pride in their nation’s resilience. One
group stated, "We will continue on this path, and victory is
inevitable," underscoring their confidence in the future. Others paid
tribute to the martyred Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, acknowledging that
"were it not for you, we wouldn’t have achieved victory," recognizing
his leadership as central to their success.</p>
<p>Many also vowed to ensure that the legacy of their struggle endures,
declaring, "We will pass this victory on to our grandchildren,"
highlighting their commitment to preserving the triumph for future
generations.</p>
<p>Lebanese citizens told <strong>Al Mayadeen</strong>, "Today, we are
celebrating a national triumph," as they expressed pride in the
collective achievement. They emphasized that the victory was made
possible "thanks to the brave men of the Resistance," acknowledging the
crucial role played by the Resistance fighters in securing their
victory.</p>
<p>In Ghazieh, southern Lebanon, scenes of displaced families returning to their homes were captured.</p>
<p><strong>Al Mayadeen</strong> also documented the return of residents as they passed through the city of Saida in southern Lebanon.</p>
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<p dir="rtl" lang="ar">مراسل <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AF%D9%8A%D9%86?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#الميادين</a> في مدينة صور علي الأحمر ينقل لكم مشهد العائدين إلى جنوب <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%86?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#لبنان</a> بعد دخول وقف إطلاق النار حيز التنفيذ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AF%D9%8A%D9%86_%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%86?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#الميادين_لبنان</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%B1_%D9%85%D9%86_%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%84%D9%87?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#نصر_من_الله</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AliSalmanahmar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AliSalmanahmar</a> <a href="https://t.co/4KSCwC0cTp">pic.twitter.com/4KSCwC0cTp</a></p>
— الميادين لبنان (@mayadeenlebanon) <a href="https://twitter.com/mayadeenlebanon/status/1861652012858831211?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 27, 2024</a></blockquote>
<p>In Tyre, <strong>Al Mayadeen</strong> captured the poignant return of
residents as they made their way back to their hometowns, marking a
moment of relief and hope after a prolonged period of forcible
displacement.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, celebratory processions were held in the Southern Suburb
of Beirut, where communities gathered to honor the resilience of the
Lebanese people, reflecting both their pride in the victory and their
enduring spirit in the face of adversity.</p>
<p><strong>Read more: <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/scenes-of-lebanese-returning-home-infuriate-israeli-media--o" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scenes of Lebanese returning home infuriate Israeli media, officials</a></strong></p></div></div></div>
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