July 24, 1983

Military Action:

Fighting continues overnight in Chouf, as cease-fire breaks down.

Political Responses:

Israel/ Occupied Territories: Arens tells Cabinet he is not inclined to allow any more political demonstrations in Hebron.

Palestinians/ Lebanese: PLO Central Committee calls for emergency meeting of Palestine Central Council; Arafat meets French foreign minister; July 2 cease-fire broken as Fateh rebel units attack 3 loyalist positions near Shtawra, casualties estimated at 2-5 killed, 9-14 wounded.