IDF Conducts Major Operation in Bint Jbeil Destroying Hezbollah Terror Infrastructure

Twenty years after the Second Lebanon War, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched a significant operation in Bint Jbeil, a town in southern Lebanon known as a Hezbollah stronghold. The operation aimed to dismantle Hezbollah's terror infrastructure and neutralize threats of rocket fire towards Israel. The IDF's 98th Division gained operational control of the town within about a week, destroying over 1,500 terror-related facilities and eliminating more than 500 militants.

Bint Jbeil holds symbolic importance as a center of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. It was the site of intense battles during the 2006 war, including the heroic act of Lt. Col. Roi Klein, who sacrificed himself to save comrades. The town's football stadium, where Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah delivered his famous "Spider Web" speech in May 2000, remains a potent symbol of the group’s presence.

Following the initial phase, the 91st Division continued operations to consolidate control and complete the destruction of remaining terror infrastructure. Commanders reported uncovering command centers, launchers, and weapons caches embedded within civilian structures. Lieutenant Colonel N, deputy commander of the 401st Brigade, told N12, "Everything that served the enemy has been destroyed. The enemy must understand that any place they use to attack and harm our civilians will face the same fate."

The operation reflects ongoing Israeli efforts to prevent Hezbollah from maintaining or rebuilding military capabilities in southern Lebanon, thereby reducing threats to northern Israel. The IDF continues to operate in the area to ensure lasting security and stability.