Israel Targets Hezbollah Communications Amid Rising Tensions

Israeli forces have launched a substantial electronic disruption campaign this week aimed at Hezbollah sites located in border regions and the southern suburbs of Beirut, as reported by Lebanese security sources to Eram News. This operation is viewed as a precursor to a possible military confrontation.

Sources indicate that this operation is the most extensive since the July 2006 conflict, affecting communication networks, drone guidance systems, and air defense radars at various sensitive Hezbollah locations. Although the disruption was brief, it has led to perceptions within Lebanese military circles that it may be preparatory for any forthcoming ground actions.

The disruption coincided with increased reconnaissance flights by Israeli aircraft over several areas in Lebanon, including Beirut and its southern suburbs, as well as towns near the southern border.

According to Hebrew reports cited by Eram News, the Israeli military is gearing up for a limited operation within Lebanese territory, potentially lasting two to three weeks, which aligns with the movement of tanks and military units to the northern front.

Israeli intelligence assessments suggest that Hezbollah is in the process of rebuilding its military capabilities and has resisted disarmament despite a deadline set for the Lebanese army by the end of this year.

In contrast, diplomatic sources have indicated that the United States has shown understanding for a "limited" Israeli operation if the Lebanese government fails to mitigate Hezbollah's influence, while cautioning that any significant escalation would rest solely with Israel.