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IDF Tightens Siege on Hezbollah Fighters Trapped in Southern Lebanon Underground Facility
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First reported by Maariv · 8 hours ago
What happened
The IDF is tightening its siege on dozens of Hezbollah militants trapped in an underground facility in southern Lebanon's Ali Taher ridge, cutting off supplies and isolating them. Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed recent Israeli operations in the area, while the IDF continues to act against Hezbollah threats following a drone attack two weeks ago.
- 01IDF intensifies siege on Hezbollah militants trapped underground in southern Lebanon.
- 02Water supply to the militants has been cut off to isolate them further.
- 03Hezbollah fighters attempt to resupply via drones but face IDF fire and surveillance.
- 04Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed recent Israeli operations in the Ali Taher ridge.
- 05Two weeks ago, IDF destroyed Hezbollah tunnels after a drone attack on Israeli forces.
- 06IDF calls Hezbollah drone strike a ceasefire violation and vows continued operations.
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