IDF besieges Hezbollah and prepares 'final push' - media
The IDF has initiated a 'continuous fire blockade' around the Ali Taher ridge in Lebanon to isolate Hezbollah militants in an underground complex and cut off supply routes. According to sources, a ground assault is possible despite the risks. Hezbollah continues to supply and rotate its forces. Earlier reports indicated a failure of diplomacy and preparations for an operation.
IDF forces have intensified operations in Lebanon, launching large-scale bombardments. The IDF has begun a 'continuous fire blockade' around the Ali Taher ridge to isolate Hezbollah militants hiding in an underground complex, as reported by Al-Janoubia. According to sources, IDF forces have created a dense ring of fire around the ridge, aiming to completely cut off militant supply routes. As previously reported, the IDF and Hezbollah have raised their military readiness following the failure of diplomatic efforts. Preliminary assessments suggest the IDF may transition to a ground assault on the facility, despite potential risks to soldiers. Despite the blockade, Hezbollah, according to sources, continues to supply the facility and rotate militants. Earlier, Kursor reported that according to Dr. Raz Zimet, head of the Iranian program at INSS, Hezbollah may be awaiting a signal from Tehran to intensify operations in southern Lebanon. The expert believes that the Iranian leadership may view controlled provocations, such as the seizure of an UAE tanker, as a way out of the deadlock. Additionally, Lebanese sources have been informed of the IDF's preparations for an operation to take control of the Ali Taher ridge.