https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridgeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridgehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridge#u64517Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:03:07 +0000The Israeli military has destroyed a network of Hezbollah tunnels on the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon. This operational control follows weeks of conflict over the ridge, which Israel identifies as a critical infrastructure hub for the Iran-backed group. The development coincides with an escalation in the broader conflict with Iran, including U.S. Central Command strikes on Iranian oil tankers and Iranian missile attacks against U.S. jets based in Jordan. President Donald Trump expects the war with Iran to end immediately after the November midterm elections.Why it mattersTh https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridgehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridge#u61609Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:12:55 +0000The Israeli Defense Forces claim they have achieved operational control above and below ground at the Ali al Taher ridge after clearing Hezbollah fighters from underground infrastructure. This follows weeks of Hezbollah attacks and unsuccessful attempts by the Lebanese government to secure the site through negotiation. While Israel asserts the area is clear, Hezbollah has denied losing the strategic position. The development has prompted Iran to threaten direct retaliation as Israel works to solidify its presence in southern Lebanon.Why it mattersThe ridge is a strategic high point overlooking https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridgehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israel-says-it-has-cleared-hezbollah-fighters-from-tunnels-under-key-lebanon-ridge#u58952Sun, 06 Sep 2026 11:40:06 +0000The Israeli military has cleared Hezbollah fighters from tunnels beneath the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the operation on Friday, stating that forces removed fighters holed up underground. The ridge overlooks a wide area and has emerged as a heavily contested zone in the ongoing conflict despite a ceasefire that was announced in June. The operation comes as Israel seeks to cement its foothold in southern Lebanon, prompting warnings from regional actors regarding potential escalation.Why it mattersThe fighting around the Ali a