Retired Brigadier General George Nader has raised concerns about the underlying terms of the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement which he described as a “surrender deal”, suggesting that Israel’s post-ceasefire actions in southern Lebanon must be aligning with undisclosed clauses.

In an interview with Central News Agency, Nader explained that these actions could be linked to U.S. guarantees that are far more concerning than the agreement itself.

“These American guarantees allow Israel to operate freely, striking and eliminating any perceived threat. If Israel deems someone a threat, it has the right to bomb, kill, and destroy their property. The definition of a ‘threat,’ however, is entirely in Israel’s hands,” Nader explained.

According to Nader, the secret provisions of the ceasefire deal are far more dangerous than the agreement’s public clauses. While it is clear that both the Lebanese State and Hezbollah have clearly "thrown in the towel", Nader stressed that the undisclosed clauses of the deal are the most hazardous aspect of it. He believes that Israel’s violations of the ceasefire, including attacks on civilian areas, likely fall under these secret terms.

One of the key issues raised by Nader is Israel’s systematic destruction of homes and infrastructure in the occupied villages of southern Lebanon. He explained that these actions are intended to prevent residents from returning to their homes. In towns such as Kfarkila, Adaisseh, Maroun al-Ras, and Ayta al-Shaab, those hoping to return after the Israeli withdrawal will face significant challenges.

“Returning residents will need to conduct new surveys to locate their homes and rebuild them, if they have the resources,” Nader said. “In many cases, people will not even know where their homes once stood and will require surveyors to identify their properties.”

Nader further noted that Israel’s tactics, including the use of phosphorous bombs that poison the soil and water sources, are designed to make the land unusable for the local population.

“These military actions are aimed at ensuring that residents cannot return to their land, even if they are able to do so safely. Logistical barriers, combined with environmental contamination, will make it nearly impossible for many to return to their homes and resume their lives,” he concluded.