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Israeli military clears Hezbollah tunnel network in Ali al-Tahir
The Israeli military has announced the completion of its primary operation to clear Hezbollah's underground tunnel network in the strategic Ali al-Tahir heights in southern Lebanon. The military claims to have gained operational control over both surface and subterranean levels, neutralizing facilities that Israel asserts were built with Iranian financial and technical support.
Following this operation, the Israeli military is reportedly considering a new security plan, referred to as the 'Grey Line.' This plan involves relocating forces from areas north of the Litani River to new positions approximately 3 to 4 kilometers from the border to establish a more secure zone. This move is intended to facilitate a potential reduction in the overall number of Israeli troops stationed in southern Lebanon.
In Lebanon, recent Israeli airstrikes have caused significant casualties, with the Ministry of Health reporting 4 deaths and 32 injuries. Meanwhile, political observers in Lebanon have raised questions regarding Hezbollah's decision to vacate the Ali al-Tahir area, suggesting the move may have been coordinated with Iranian leadership as part of broader negotiations.
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Ali al-Tahir · Hezbollah · Iran · Israeli military · Lebanon
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Sources suggest Hezbollah's withdrawal from the Ali al-Tahir hills may have occurred with Iranian approval as part of a broader settlement.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Israeli military is considering a 'Grey Line' plan to relocate forces from north of the Litani River to positions 3-4 kilometers from the border. aftabnews.ir
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Israeli military claims to have gained operational control over the Ali al-Tahir heights on both surface and underground levels. ettelaat.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Israel claims the underground facilities in the Ali al-Tahir area were built over two decades with financial and design support from Iran. ettelaat.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Israeli military has completed the main phase of its operation to clear Hezbollah's underground network in the Ali al-Tahir heights in southern Lebanon. ettelaat.net · aftabnews.ir
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon resulted in 4 deaths and 32 injuries. ch23.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The operation aimed to neutralize the ability to use these tunnels for attacks against Israeli forces and northern Israel. ettelaat.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Israeli military is reportedly preparing for a significant reduction of its forces in southern Lebanon by moving positions closer to the border. ettelaat.net · aftabnews.ir