In brief
The Israeli army claims to have razed a large Hezbollah underground base beneath the Ali Taher Ridge, using more than 1,000 tonnes of explosives. The blast triggered seismic activity equalling a 4.1‑scale earthquake and sent visible shockwaves across nearby towns. Hezbollah and the Lebanese government have not yet responded publicly, while Israel says coalition enemies were eliminated or fled. This strike comes amid ongoing tensions in southern Lebanon after March’s conflict escalation.
What happened? The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) say they blasted a massive underground complex run by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Using over 1,000 tonnes of explosives, they destroyed two tunnels that stretch more than 2km (1.2 miles) under the Ali Taher Ridge.
Why it matters The blast sent shockwaves out to surrounding towns—newspapers note a tremor measured at a 4.1‑scale earthquake by the U.S. Geological Survey. In the heat of the shock, one resident, Ahamed, called the roar “terrifying” and said his house shook like an earthquake.
Who was affected No immediate denials from Hezbollah or the Lebanese government yet, but the IDF claims any terrorists inside the caves either died or fled. They say the strike helped clear a “security zone” that Israel occupies after fighting resumed in March.
What’s next? The IDF says the destruction of this underground infrastructure marks the end of a mission to take down eight tunnels and establish a safer border area. Meanwhile, Lebanese forces are stepping up patrols near Nabatieh and other frontier towns, as news reports show fresh Israeli strikes in the region.
Read more about the ongoing Lebanon–Israel conflict and the role of Hezbollah in shaping the region’s politics.
