Published 07:38 IST, October 20th 2024
IDF Destroys Key Tunnel Used by Hezbollah's Radwan Force in Southern Lebanon
Israeli troops have carried out targeted ground raids in southern Lebanon, focusing on destroying Hezbollah’s underground infrastructure.
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Israeli troops have destroyed Hezbollah's four underground infrastructure, including a key Tunnel used by Hezbollah's elite force kwn as Rwan Force. Israeli troops have carried out targeted ground raids in sourn Leban, focusing on destroying Hezbollah’s underground infrastructure. operation, led by 8th Brige and elite Yahalom Unit under 91st Division, was based on precise intelligence and involved destruction of four major Hezbollah tunnels. IDF has also shared video of demolition blast.
Key Tunnel Demolished
Among tunnels demolished was one that Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) identified as a key pass used by Hezbollah’s Rwan Force, group’s elite unit. tunnel contained a command center, weapons depot, living quarters, and equipment such as scooter bikes.
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In dition to tunnel, Israeli soldiers discovered and destroyed dozens of weapons and or Hezbollah equipment. operation also targeted more than 50 tunnel shafts and three or major tunnels, with over 100 tons of explosives used in demolition.
Israel's Ground Operation Began on Oct 1
Israel’s ground operations in sourn Leban began on October 1 after almost a year of escalating tensions with Hezbollah. While Israel has emphasized that raids are localized and targeted, conflict has displaced tens of thousands of Israelis and more than one million Lebanese, many of whom support Hezbollah.
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Hezbollah’s Tunnel Network
Hezbollah, heavily armed and backed by Iran, has built an extensive network of tunnels to eve Israeli air power. Experts believe se tunnels are t just limited to sourn Leban, making m a central element in group’s strategy against Israel.
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07:38 IST, October 20th 2024