IDF Targets Hezbollah Strongholds in Southern Lebanon with Precision Raids

Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) executed targeted ground operations in southern Lebanon, aiming at Hezbollah strongholds near the border. The raids, based on precise intelligence, focused on neutralizing threats to northern Israeli communities and were supported by the Israeli Air Force and IDF Artillery.

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) launched targeted ground operations in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, zeroing in on Hezbollah strongholds identified through precise intelligence. According to the IDF, the localized raids in villages near the border aim to neutralize threats to Israeli communities in the northern region.

In a post on X, the IDF announced, "In accordance with the decision of the political echelon, a few hours ago, the IDF began limited, localized, and targeted ground raids based on precise intelligence against Hezbollah terrorist targets and infrastructure in southern Lebanon." These targets are located in villages close to the border and pose an immediate threat to Israeli communities in northern Israel.

The military emphasized that operations are proceeding according to a meticulously developed plan by the General Staff and Northern Command. "The IDF is operating according to a methodical plan set out by the General Staff and the Northern Command which IDF soldiers have trained and prepared for in recent months. The Israeli Air Force and IDF Artillery are supporting the ground forces with precise strikes on military targets in the area," the IDF said.

Reaffirming its commitment to Operation Northern Arrows, the IDF noted, "These operations were approved and carried out in accordance with the decision of the political echelon. Operation 'Northern Arrows' will continue according to the situational assessment and in parallel to combat in Gaza and in other arenas." The IDF further added, "We are doing everything necessary to defend the citizens of Israel and return the citizens of northern Israel to their homes."

Earlier, the IDF dismantled a Hezbollah surface-to-air missile launcher storage facility located approximately 1.5 kilometers from Beirut's international airport. "A surface-to-air missile launcher storage facility that Hezbollah had positioned approximately 1.5 km from Beirut's international airport was dismantled in a precise IDF strike," the IDF reported.

The IDF stated that the facility posed a threat to both Lebanese and international airspace. "This infrastructure poses a threat to both Lebanese and international airspace. The IDF will continue to degrade Hezbollah's military capabilities in Lebanon," the IDF affirmed. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)