Israel attacks strategic Ali al‑Tahir heights in southern Lebanon

The Israeli army launched operations against the Ali al‑Tahir Heights, a 600‑metre‑high strategic ridge in southern Lebanon overlooking Nabatieh. Israeli officials said the strike aims to secure the area and disrupt Hezbollah’s fortified positions and tunnel networks that run through the heights, which are viewed as comparable to the nearby Fort Buchon stronghold.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated there is no red line for withdrawing Hezbollah from the region and that the attacks will continue until the objectives are met. The operation has raised market speculation about a possible Israeli airspace closure. The United States has expressed concern that the fighting could affect broader diplomatic negotiations involving Iran. Analysts note that control of the heights would give Israel operational dominance over the surrounding area and could reshape the current Hezbollah‑Israel confrontation.