Israel widens Lebanon strikes after announcing control of strategic Ali Al Taher ridge
The Israeli military launched an overnight bombing campaign in Lebanon outside its so-called security zone, just hours after announcing it had cleared Hezbollah fighters from the strategic Ali Al Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, further straining the country’s fragile ceasefire. The strikes killed five people and wounded 24 others across five locations in southern Lebanon and, for the first time…
Israel has intensified its strikes in Lebanon, claiming control of the strategic Ali Al Taher ridge, further endangering the ceasefire. The military launched an overnight bombing campaign, killing five and wounding 24 in southern Lebanon, including Mayfadoun, Zawtar, and the Bekaa Valley. Hezbollah condemned the actions, calling them "escalating aggression and crimes against Lebanon."
Israeli forces reportedly also targeted Wadi Al Salouqi and Wadi Al Hujeir areas, and Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported explosions in Bint Jbeil. Analysts suggest the escalation is linked to Israel's upcoming October elections, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking to capitalize on capturing the ridge. Military experts warn of the potential for further territorial expansion by Israel, emphasizing the danger of crossing the border into Lebanese territory.
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