Israeli military forces operating in southern Lebanon discovered and destroyed an underground tunnel last week, according to an official statement released by the army. The operation was carried out by troops from the 55th Combat Brigade and the Yahalom engineering unit, operating under the command of the 91st Division, within what Israel designates as the “security zone.”
Military Operations and Discovered Arsenal in Southern Lebanon
During the operation, troops searched the site and its surrounding area, recovering an arsenal of weapons before demolishing the subterranean structure. According to the military statement, forces found Kalashnikov rifles, anti-tank missiles and launchers, artillery combat equipment, and RPG projectiles. The army emphasized that its ongoing operations in southern Lebanon are designed to eliminate what it describes as threats directed against Israel. Authorities in Lebanon have not issued an immediate comment regarding the Israeli account of the operation.
Did You Know? The recent tunnel discovery inside the designated “security zone” falls within a broader series of operations carried out by Israeli forces targeting underground infrastructure that the military states was established by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon over a period of years.
Strategic Implications of Underground Infrastructure in Southern Lebanon
According to military disclosures, these operations target multi-year networks built in southern لبنان.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which military units participated in the operation?
According to the army, the operation involved troops from the 55th Combat Brigade and the Yahalom engineering unit, led by the 91st Division.
What items were found inside and around the tunnel site?
Forces recovered Kalashnikov rifles, anti-tank missiles and launchers, artillery combat equipment, and RPG projectiles before destroying the tunnel.
Have Lebanese authorities responded to the military’s announcement?
No immediate comment was issued by Lebanese authorities regarding the Israeli account.
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