Addressing troops stationed in southern Lebanon near the historic Beaufort Castle, the army’s Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, emphasized that Israeli forces have successfully seized control of critical strategic positions both above ground and within an extensive network of subterranean routes. Zamir stated that the armed group Hezbollah, backed by Iranian funding and direction, had spent decades constructing these sophisticated underground tunnels with the explicit intent of threatening communities in northern Israel, News.Az reports, citing Al Jazeera.
While highlighting Israel’s current tactical advantage, the military chief made it clear that the responsibility for maintaining long-term stability now shifts to local forces.
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He noted that the Lebanese army is explicitly required to fulfill its commitments under the signed agreement to systematically clear the border area of active hostile elements. Concurrently, Zamir asserted that the Israeli military remains fully prepared to act decisively to neutralize any emerging threats, warning that troops stand ready to launch a rapid offensive the moment the ceasefire agreement is violated.
