IDF Officer Details Six-Month Operation to Destroy Hezbollah Stronghold

Captain B., commander of the Sayfan company in the Yahalom unit, described the meticulous six-month preparation and execution of an operation to destroy the Ali Taher ridge, a key Hezbollah stronghold. The operation culminated in the detonation of the enemy's infrastructure, neutralizing a significant threat.

Captain B. highlighted the operation's complexity, requiring surgical precision and constant vigilance to ensure soldier safety. The ridge provided Hezbollah with a strategic advantage for producing and storing unique weaponry, but its concentrated nature also allowed Israeli forces to pinpoint their systems. The initial phase involved capturing and securing the ridge, followed by in-depth exploration, intelligence gathering, and the ultimate destruction of all enemy infrastructure.

Addressing the significant threat posed by drones, Captain B. explained that a multi-layered defense system was implemented, from the company level up to the division and command headquarters. This protective envelope enabled soldiers to operate with full concentration, effectively neutralizing risks and ensuring maximum security during the mission.

He praised his Sayfan company, stating they redefine engineering professionalism under fire, tackling the most complex missions alongside units like Egoz and Maglan, and persevering until completion. Captain B. concluded by reflecting on the immense threat Hezbollah had prepared and the satisfaction of seeing it all destroyed, underscoring the purpose of their mission.