Israel destroys Hezbollah tunnel network in south Lebanon, triggering 4.1-magnitude tremor
Summary
Israel has destroyed tunnels built by Hezbollah under the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon. The explosions caused a 4.1-magnitude tremor, and Israel says this action gives it full control of the area both above and below ground.Key Facts
- Israel targeted and demolished tunnels built by Hezbollah, an armed group supported by Iran.
- The tunnels were located under the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon.
- The destruction caused a 4.1-magnitude earthquake-like tremor, confirmed by the US Geological Survey.
- Hezbollah’s underground network included rockets, missiles, drones, machine guns, anti-tank missiles, mines, and explosives.
- The tunnels also housed a Hezbollah command center called the "Badr" unit.
- Some Hezbollah fighters left the area, while others were killed by Israeli air and artillery strikes.
- Israel announced it had taken control of the Ali al-Taher ridge last week.
- Since March, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in over 4,300 deaths, according to Lebanese authorities.
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