IDF confirms elimination of Hezbollah operative near underground shaft at Ali al-Taher Ridge

The Israel Defense Forces announced it eliminated a Hezbollah operative who was operating near a shaft of the underground infrastructure at the Ali al-Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, according to the military. The announcement comes amid an ongoing standoff at the ridge, where the IDF has been preventing Hezbollah operatives from exiting the underground complex.

IDF confirmed Friday evening that it eliminated a Hezbollah operative near an underground shaft at the Ali al-Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, saying the operative posed an immediate threat to troops. The military released footage of the precise airstrike. The elimination occurred earlier today, according to the IDF, which stated it continues to maintain control over the ridge and prevent Hezbollah operatives from exiting the underground complex.

The ridge has been a focal point of operations in recent weeks. As The Zioneer reported on June 23, the IDF killed four Hezbollah operatives who crossed the Yellow Line using civilian cover to reach the underground infrastructure. On June 25, the IDF said dozens of Hezbollah operatives remain trapped in the subterranean network beneath the ridge, with Israeli forces controlling the area to prevent their exit. Separately, on June 30, the IDF eliminated a Hezbollah operative in the Al-Manzala area, as The Zioneer reported.

The standoff at Ali al-Taher Ridge is part of broader Israeli efforts to prevent Hezbollah from using the underground infrastructure to launch attacks. The IDF has described the situation as potentially dangerous for soldiers above ground, as trapped operatives may attempt to emerge.

The IDF did not provide the operative's identity or the exact time of the strike. It remains unclear if additional operatives are in the vicinity.

5 developments

1. 2 hours ago · 22:13 · 10 JulLatest

   IDF also struck a suspect in a vehicle posing a threat.

2. 22:04 · 10 Jul

   Elimination occurred near an underground shaft at Ali al-Taher Ridge.

3. 22:02 · 10 Jul

   IDF confirms operative posed immediate threat to troops before strike.

• Developing21:28 · 25 JunIDF eliminates Hezbollah operatives threatening troops at Ali al-Taher Ridge
• Confirmed22:42 · 30 JunIDF eliminates Hezbollah operative near troops in Al-Manzala area
• Strong22:24 · 25 JunIDF eliminates six Hezbollah terrorists at Ali al-Taher Ridge; Katz warns Iran
• Developing17:54 · 5 JunIDF eliminates Hezbollah operative on motorcycle in southern Lebanon

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