Months after ceasefire, Israel and Hezbollah battle over a strategic hill in Lebanon
Summary
Israel and Hezbollah continue to fight over Ali Taher hill in southern Lebanon, even after a ceasefire started a few months ago. Israel’s military says it now controls the hill and a network of tunnels used by Hezbollah to protect fighters and weapons. Hezbollah has not accepted disarmament talks and has not responded to Israel’s claim.Key Facts
- A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began more than two months ago.
- Ali Taher hill is a strategic location near the southern city of Nabatiyeh, Lebanon.
- Hezbollah uses tunnels beneath Ali Taher hill to shelter fighters and weapons.
- Israel’s military claims “operational control” of the hill and the tunnels.
- Hezbollah continues to attack Israeli forces with drones from the area.
- The United States is mediating talks to disarm Hezbollah and has requested the hill be handed over to the Lebanese army.
- Hezbollah refuses to hand over the hill, fearing Israel could take control afterward.
- Israel occupied Ali Taher hill for 18 years before withdrawing in 2000.
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