Israel is not allowing residents to return to the Ali Taher ridge area in southern Lebanon as it prepares to destroy two tunnels under the hills, The Zioneer reports. The plan follows preparations reported earlier today for the demolition of the tunnels and an IDF withdrawal to positions closer to the border.
This morning, The Zioneer reported that Israel plans to destroy two tunnels under the Ali Taher ridge in southern Lebanon and is not allowing residents to return to the area. The report follows a bulletin posted earlier today (01:26) that the IDF was preparing to detonate tunnel routes under the ridge and then withdraw to positions 2–4 km from the Israeli border.
The Ali Taher ridge has been a focal point of IDF operations to dismantle Hezbollah's underground infrastructure. The Zioneer has previously reported on the destruction of tunnel networks in the area, including tunnels designed for attacks on Israeli forces. The current plan appears to be part of a broader strategy to clear the ridge and maintain a security zone that prevents the rebuilding of Hezbollah terror infrastructure.
It remains unconfirmed whether the prohibition on residents returning is a formal Home Front Command order or a de facto restriction due to ongoing military activity. The timeline for the tunnel demolitions has not been specified, and the number of residents affected is not yet known.
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