by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief
(Worthy News) – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Tuesday that it has completed deployment of ground troops along a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon—dubbed the “anti-tank line”—aimed at preventing Hezbollah from launching direct missile attacks on northern Israeli communities.
According to the IDF, the ridge sits several kilometers inside Lebanon and had been identified as a key launch zone for Hezbollah’s anti-tank guided missiles, which can reach targets up to 10 kilometers away. The IDF said the deployment strengthens a forward defensive line designed to remove immediate threats to Israeli civilians.
In recent weeks, Israeli forces have advanced to multiple strategic positions across southern Lebanon, including the Ras al-Bayada headland near the coastal city of Tyre. Troops are also operating near the Litani River in the western sector and have pushed into several villages deeper inland in the central region.
Israeli officials confirmed that the broader objective is to establish a demilitarized security zone extending to the Litani River. This buffer zone would be maintained through a combination of surveillance, firepower, and a sustained ground presence in key locations.
Military leadership outlined a three-tier defensive strategy: securing border villages to prevent infiltration, neutralizing missile launch zones several kilometers inland, and countering rocket and drone threats originating near or north of the Litani River.
Defense Minister Israel Katz has reportedly ordered the clearing of Hezbollah infrastructure in villages within roughly four kilometers of the Israeli border, with exceptions made for certain Christian communities. The plan is currently being finalized and is expected to be presented to Israel’s political leadership for approval.
The IDF also confirmed it has deployed a sixth division to the region, intensifying operations against Hezbollah. Elite units, including the 98th Division of paratroopers and commandos, are conducting targeted missions to eliminate terrorist infrastructure in areas already under Israeli control.
Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue to disrupt Hezbollah logistics, striking key crossings along the Litani River. The military reported that it has now hit seven of the eight main bridges used to transport weapons and operatives into southern Lebanon.
The ongoing campaign underscores Israel’s determination to push Hezbollah forces away from its northern border and restore long-term security for its communities.
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