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Tallat Ali Al-Tahir's strategic role in Israel-Hezbollah tensions
Tell al-Ali al-Tahir in Southern Lebanon, located about 15 kilometers from the Israeli border, has become a key focal point in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. This is due to its strategic location and the possibility of constructing underground facilities there. Israel controlled the area during its 22-year occupation of Southern Lebanon, which ended in 2000, and now aims to regain control of the hill, especially amid escalating military operations in the region. It is believed that Hezbollah has built command centers and weapon stockpiles inside the hill, and its elevation of 600 meters allows for the launch of short-range rockets and drones toward northern Israel. The area has been subjected to intensive Israeli airstrikes, and clashes and skirmishes have resulted in the death of an Israeli soldier and injuries to others. Meanwhile, Hezbollah insists on maintaining full control of the area and warns against any attempts by Israeli forces to advance. The importance of the hill stems from its position, connecting the southern border regions with the El Taawine region. It is considered a strategic target for Israel ahead of the upcoming elections, despite hesitation to launch a full-scale attack for fear of human losses, amid political and security deadlock in the area.
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