Israel Launches Operation Against Hezbollah Command Center in Lebanon

Israeli forces launched a military operation in southern Lebanon targeting the Ali al-Taher Heights, which the Israeli government claims houses a Hezbollah command center and an extensive tunnel network. Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, announced the operation on Sunday, initiating a series of intense artillery fire and drone strikes that continued into Monday morning.

Israeli officials, including adviser Dmitry Gendelman, stated the military is acting independently to dismantle Hezbollah's infrastructure. This effort includes the destruction of a tunnel complex located beneath Beaufort Castle. While Israel claims to have seized the hill, reports vary regarding the current status of operatives remaining within the facilities.

The escalation follows previous Israeli attacks on the town of Mansouri and strikes in Zawtar and Mayfadoun. Military analysts suggest the operation is part of a broader strategy to neutralize Hezbollah's weapons and prevent security surprises in sensitive border areas.