Israel Says It Cleared Hezbollah's Underground Terror Hub In Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has destroyed a significant Hezbollah underground tunnel network in southern Lebanon, which they claim was a strategic hub for potential attacks. Israeli officials stated the operation secures a buffer zone and prevents the militant group from re-establishing its presence in the area.
Why it matters
The destruction of this infrastructure marks a major tactical development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
The Israeli military said it destroyed Hezbollah's underground infrastructure at the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon in a major blow to the Iran-backed Shiite militant group. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said the operation completed the consolidation of a security zone in the area, seizing control both above and below ground.Detailing the operation on its social media handle, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said the labyrinth, built over two decades with Tehran's funding and planning, was extended for more than 2 km (1.24 miles) and contained dozens of rockets, missiles, and drones, as well as anti-tank missiles, mines, and explosive devices."Troops also uncovered a central command complex of Hezbollah's elite 'Badr' Unit, with command centres, weapons stores, and living quarters built to sustain terrorists underground for prolonged combat," mentioned the IDF post.Later, in a joint statement, PM Netanyahu and Defence Minister Katz also confirmed the…
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