Israeli army has seized Lebanon's key Ali al-Taher ridge from Hezbollah
Summary
The Israeli army has taken control of the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon from Hezbollah fighters, according to Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz. This ridge is an important strategic location near the Israel-Lebanon border and was previously held by Hezbollah, a group supported by Iran.Key Facts
- Israeli forces seized the Ali al-Taher ridge, a key highland about 10 km from the Israel-Lebanon border.
- The ridge was controlled by Hezbollah fighters who were using tunnels beneath it.
- Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the tunnels were cleared and some Hezbollah fighters were killed or fled.
- Hezbollah has not officially confirmed losing the ridge or commented on the fight.
- The ridge overlooks a large area and is close to the city of Nabatieh and the Litani river.
- The tunnel network was reportedly built over 20 years and included weapons storage and command centers.
- Iran warned the US it would respond if Israel attacked Hezbollah's positions.
- The ridge’s control helps Israel move more easily in the region and is near other important areas like Beaufort castle.
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