Israeli Troops Target Hezbollah Tunnels Amid Escalation.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced today that it has begun localized and targeted ground operations against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. The IDF identified these targets as immediate threats to Israeli communities in northern Israel. The operation, titled “Northern Arrows,” is being supported by the Israeli Air Force and artillery units, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
The IDF’s ground raids follow reports from The Wall Street Journal indicating that Israeli troops had entered Hezbollah tunnels near the Israel-Lebanon border prior to the official announcement. These subterranean networks, allegedly dug by Hezbollah, serve as critical infrastructure for the militant group’s operations near the Blue Line border.
The offensive comes just days after the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike on Beirut. With more than 1,000 casualties reported in the last two weeks, the conflict continues to displace up to a million people.
Israel’s National Security Cabinet has approved the “next phase” of its campaign, signaling potential further ground operations. Meanwhile, Lebanese health authorities have reported significant casualties from Israeli airstrikes in the past 24 hours, further intensifying the humanitarian crisis.
International efforts, including calls from U.S. President Joe Biden and British Foreign Minister David Lammy, advocate for an immediate ceasefire to halt the violence and explore a political solution. However, tensions remain high as both sides prepare for continued conflict.
