Hezbollah's Tactical Strength in Concealment
Military expert Brigadier General Hassan Jouni emphasizes that Hezbollah's current strength lies in its fighters' ability to conceal themselves from Israeli forces. He notes that Israel's recent military strategies are aimed at pushing Hezbollah out of their hideouts, allowing for targeted bombings. Jouni explains that these Israeli incursions are primarily reconnaissance efforts designed to assess Hezbollah's readiness along the border.
Israeli Military Strategy and Geographic Challenges
Jouni elaborates on the challenges faced by Israeli forces, particularly their attempts to infiltrate from multiple points to distract Hezbollah. He points out that the Israeli military's insistence on entering Lebanon from the west may be a tactic to force Hezbollah to relocate its fighters, exposing them to attacks. However, he warns that this strategy is complicated by geographical factors, as Hezbollah controls key heights that overlook the coast, making direct advances from the west difficult.
UNIFIL's Role and Israeli Bombing
The expert also discusses the implications of Israel's bombing of a UNIFIL peacekeeping force tower, suggesting that Israel is using the proximity of Hezbollah fighters to UNIFIL positions as a pretext for targeting international forces. Jouni highlights the importance of UNIFIL's presence in monitoring movements along the border, which could hinder Israeli operations. He mentions that UNIFIL has resisted Israeli requests to evacuate certain positions, affirming its commitment to its mandate under Resolution 1701.
