Israel destroys two Hezbollah tunnels near Nabatiyeh, raising escalation fears
Israeli forces detonated two one-kilometer-long tunnels in the 'Ali al-Tahir' heights near Nabatiyeh, southern Lebanon, heightening local fears of a next phase in the conflict. The tunnels are likely Hezbollah infrastructure, and the operation signals continued Israeli preemptive strikes. The incident underscores the fragility of the ceasefire and potential for broader escalation.
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Israel Conducts Major Strikes on Hezbollah Infrastructure in Southern Lebanon
Israel has conducted major strikes on Hezbollah's underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon, particularly targeting the Ali al-Taher ridge area, resulting in significant explosions and seismic events. These operations, described by Israel as completing a security zone and neutralizing tunnel networks, mark a significant escalation despite a US-brokered framework agreement. The full extent of damage to Hezbollah's operational capacity and potential for broader regional retaliation remains unclear.