Las The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported this Thursday that its troops accounted for a senior Hezbollah commander from the Radwan Force, elite group of the terrorist side, along with his deputy, all during a military operation that took place in southern Lebanon.
According to the information released by Infobae, IDF fighter jets attacked a building that was used by Hezbollah in Nabatieh and during that operation Ali Muhammad al- Debes and his deputy, Hassan Ibrahim Issa, were reported to have died.
According to the preliminary report, al-Debes, who served as commander of the Radwan Force, was one of the masterminds of the bomb attack that was carried out at the Megiddo crossing in northern Israel in March 2023.in addition to having been the architect of planning and carrying out other attacks, including during the current conflict.
Likewise, various media outlets maintained that al-Eres was responsible for Palestinian affairs in Hezbollah.
It must be remembered that in the last few hours, the IDF attacked several positions of the terrorist group in Blida and Maroun al-Rasin southern Lebanon.
Regarding this situation, the Israeli Defense Minister, Yoav Gallantassured that “Air Force planes currently flying in the skies of Lebanon have heavier bombs for more distant targets”.
“We can attack not only 20 kilometers (from the border), but also 50 kilometersand in Beirut and anywhere elseGallant said.
“We don’t want to get to this situation, we don’t want to go to warbut we are interested in achieving a agreement that allows the safe return of northern residents to their homesunder an agreement process“, he assured after referring to the 80,000 Israelis displaced due to Hezbollah attacks.
He Israeli army keeps the attacks on several points in Gaza by land, sea and airespecially in the center and the south, while continuing to carry out operations against militiamen, military infrastructure and the underground network of the Hamas terrorist group.
According to a military spokesman, the troops carried out in the last hours “successful eliminations of Hamas terrorists in joint ground, naval and air activities” on the Strip.
“Over the past day, the air forces completed a series of strikes against terrorist targets in the Gaza Strip, as part of the assistance to ground forcesduring which underground terrorist infrastructures, military compounds and rocket launch sites were attacked” from Hamas, he added.
In central Gaza, the Army killed “several terrorists on the last day”among them “a commander of Hamas observation activities.”
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**Interview with Security Analyst Dr. Emily Cohen on Recent IDF Operations Against Hezbollah**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. Cohen. The recent reports indicate that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) successfully targeted senior Hezbollah commanders in southern Lebanon. What can you tell us about the significance of these operations?
**Dr. Cohen:** Thank you for having me. The IDF’s operations against Hezbollah are particularly noteworthy for several reasons. First, the elimination of Ali Muhammad al-Debes, a senior commander of the Radwan Force, represents a significant blow to Hezbollah’s operational capabilities, especially as he was one of the masterminds behind previous attacks against Israel, including the bombing at the Megiddo crossing. This kind of targeted action can disrupt Hezbollah’s planning and leadership structure.
**Interviewer:** What impact do these operations have on the broader conflict between Israel and Hezbollah?
**Dr. Cohen:** These strikes signal Israel’s ongoing commitment to countering threats from Hezbollah and ensuring national security. By targeting key figures within Hezbollah, Israel aims to weaken its military strategy and deter future attacks. However, this could also escalate tensions further, leading to retaliatory actions from Hezbollah, which may provoke more intense military engagements in the region.
**Interviewer:** In light of the IDF’s operations, how do you view the international response, particularly from the United States?
**Dr. Cohen:** The United States has historically supported Israel’s right to defend itself, especially against recognized terrorist organizations like Hezbollah. With Hezbollah’s connections to Iran and its involvement in conflicts across the region, the U.S. is likely to maintain its stance while continuing to impose sanctions on Hezbollah. However, balancing support for Israel with concerns about regional stability is a complex challenge for U.S. policymakers.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, with the ongoing military actions and the presence of Hezbollah in civilian areas, what are the implications for the civilian population in Lebanon?
**Dr. Cohen:** The presence of Hezbollah in civilian areas complicates the situation significantly. While the IDF targets military objectives, the risk to civilians is always present, which can lead to humanitarian crises and international condemnation. It’s crucial for all parties to consider the humanitarian impact of their military actions. The civilian population in Lebanon could become further entrenched in this conflict, facing increased hardship and danger as military operations escalate.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Cohen, for your insights on this complex situation. Your expertise is greatly appreciated.
**Dr. Cohen:** Thank you for having me. It’s important to continue monitoring these developments closely as they unfold.
