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Powerful blast heard across northern Israel as IDF destroys Hezbollah’s ‘drone fortre
Ynetnews • • world
Key Points:
- The IDF destroyed a major Hezbollah underground tunnel network in Majdal Zoun, southern Lebanon, which was over 200 meters long and more than 25 meters deep, used to store weapons including drones, warheads, and explosives.
- The tunnel complex included fortified structures, blast doors, and four launch shafts aimed at Israeli territory, and was built with technology and support from Iran.
- The operation, named “Sof Pasuk,” involved the 551st Brigade, Yahalom combat engineers, and other units, resulting in the killing of over 20 Hezbollah militants, including elite Radwan Force members.
- Israel notified the United States prior to the tunnel demolition and emphasized its commitment to maintaining security in southern Lebanon and protecting northern Israeli communities.
- The IDF also reported the death of Capt. David Hazzut during a clash with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, while a framework agreement with Lebanon was announced for a partial Israeli withdrawal from certain areas under the Lebanese army’s control.
