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Israel Destroys Hezbollah Combat Positions on Mount Dov Amid Rising Tensions

The Israel Defence Forces destroyed several Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov during a recent raid. Evacuation orders were issued for residents of eight southern Lebanese villages before airstrikes. IDF discovered a 2-kilometer underground tunnel network with weapons and living quarters near Qantara. Over 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites used by Hezbollah have been dismantled.

Key Points: Israel Destroys Hezbollah Combat Positions on Mount Dov

  • IDF destroys Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov
  • Evacuation orders issued for 8 villages in southern Lebanon
  • Underground tunnel network discovered near Qantara
  • Over 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites dismantled
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Israel claims destroying Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov

IDF destroys Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov, issues evacuation orders in southern Lebanon, and dismantles over 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites.

"Hezbollah activities are forcing the IDF to act against it, as it does not intend to harm you. - Colonel Avichay Adraee"

Jerusalem, April 30

The Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday that it has destroyed several Hezbollah combat positions on the Lebanese side of Mount Dov.

According to an IDF statement, the elite Alpinist Unit and Yahalom Combat Engineering Unit led the operation. The IDF said that troops found and demolished several Hezbollah positions during a recent raid, including rocket-launching posts, 'The Times of Israel' reported.

Meanwhile, the IDF has issued an evacuation order for residents of several villages of southern Lebanon before conducting airstrikes on Hezbollah. The evacuation orders have been issued for residents of Sammaaiyeh, Hanniyeh, Qlaileh, Wadi Jilou, Kniseh, Kafra, Majdal Zoun and Seddiqin. People have been asked to evacuate to at least a kilometre away.

"Hezbollah activities are forcing the IDF to act against it, as it does not intend to harm you," the newspaper quoted IDF spokesman Colonel Avichay Adraee, as saying.

On Tuesday, IDF stated that it has discovered an underground tunnel network built by Hezbollah in the Qantara area of southern Lebanon. According to the statement, IDF soldiers found weapons, living quarters, water tanks, and equipment for prolonged stays inside the tunnels.

While sharing the video of the tunnel on X, the IDF stated, "Underground tunnel network built by Hezbollah in the Qantara area of southern Lebanon. IDF troops located 2 underground Hezbollah tunnels, with a total length of 2 kilometres, situated 10 kilometres from Israel's northern communities. Inside the tunnels, soldiers located a large quantity of weapons, living quarters, water tanks, and equipment for prolonged stays."

The IDF also claimed that it has dismantled more than 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites used by Hezbollah to conduct attacks against Israeli troops.

"Dismantled: 1,000+ terrorist infrastructure sites used by Hezbollah terrorists to carry out attacks against IDF troops. The troops located hundreds of weapons, including machine guns, Kalashnikov rifles, grenades, mines, pistols, anti-tank missiles, ammunition, RPG rockets and mortar shells," the IDF posted on X.

On April 26, the IDF mentioned that it has targetted Hezbollah terrorists and military infrastructure sites used for advancing attacks against IDF soldiers and Israel.

"Among the targets struck: Rocket-launching terrorist cells. A loaded, ready-to-launch rocket launcher. A weapons storage facility and military structures," the IDF said.

- IANS

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Meera T
I understand Israel's concern, but I can't help but think about the Lebanese civilians being asked to evacuate. Sir, war is never the answer. India should use its diplomatic channels to push for a ceasefire and dialogue. The civilian cost is too high.
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Arjun K
Classic Hezbollah tactic - using civilian areas to hide weapons and tunnels. India faces similar challenges with cross-border terrorism. Good to see Israel taking proactive action. But the evacuation orders are a positive sign showing they're trying to minimize civilian harm. 🤔
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Rohit P
As someone who follows Middle East geopolitics closely, this is a significant escalation. Israel has been very precise in targeting Hezbollah positions. The tunnel network discovered 10 km from Israeli communities is alarming. India must support Israel's right to self-defense against such threats.
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Kavya N
It's heartbreaking to see another conflict zone. I wish world powers would focus on peace rather than weapons. Lebanon has already suffered so much. India should play a mediation role - we have good relations with both Israel and Arab nations. 🙏🕊️
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Siddharth J
Over 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites dismantled! That's a major achievement. The IDF seems to be doing thorough work. India should take notes on how to handle terror networks operating from neighboring territories. The tunnel system is exactly what we face in Kashmir.
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