IDF details Hezbollah's 'Imad 4' underground base on Ali Taher ridge

The IDF has provided detailed confirmation regarding the capture of the 'Imad 4' facility, describing it as a fortified subterranean compound housing command centers, missile launch shafts, and logistics infrastructure designed to support hundreds of operatives for extended periods. The base, located beneath the Ali Taher ridge overlooking Nabatieh, is characterized by a network of rock-hewn tunnels several kilometers long, wide enough to accommodate motorcycles and large trucks carrying heavy missiles.

Strategic Fortress

According to military statements and material reviewed by The Zioneer Intelligence Desk, the complex was constructed over more than 12 years with Iranian planning and funding. It served as a primary headquarters for Hezbollah's regional combat units, such as the 'Nasr' or 'Badr' units. The facility is equipped with advanced ventilation and power systems, weapons depots, sleeping quarters, and a field hospital with operating rooms, allowing operatives to remain underground without surfacing.

Tactical Context

The facility was previously featured in a Hezbollah psychological warfare video in August 2024, which showcased the scale of the tunnels and the movement of missile-laden trucks. During the recent maneuver, the IDF targeted the ridge and the compound hundreds of times with bunker-buster bombs. While the IDF now holds the site, reports indicate that dozens of Hezbollah operatives remain trapped within the tunnel network as Israeli forces maintain control over the surrounding Nabatieh heights.

Outlook

The capture of 'Imad 4' represents a significant blow to Hezbollah's strategic depth in southern Lebanon. As the IDF continues to operate in the sector, the focus remains on neutralizing the remaining trapped operatives and dismantling the extensive launch infrastructure that allowed for direct fire from the underground into Israeli territory.