Israeli Drone Strikes Roundabout in Kfar Tebnit, Reports Suggest Al Attak Involvement

An Israeli drone struck a roundabout in Kfar Tebnit, according to reports from Asharq Al-Awsat. The incident occurred in the area of Nabat-Abatq, though the exact impact and casualties remain unconfirmed. Israeli forces also conducted two explosions on the outskirts of Kfar Tebnit and in Mansuri, within the Tyre area. Additionally, they set fire to forest sites in Cantar and fired machine guns near Wadi al-Hujair, close to Kfar Shuba.

Drones were reported to have flown at low altitude over the southern suburbs of Beirut, Tyre, and surrounding areas. A drone dropped a light-shattered grenade, though details about its effect are unclear. Israeli military operations extended to the area of Naqurah off the coast and included population centres in the central sector, such as Beit Yahun, Hadatou, Haris, and Ayta al-Jabal. These operations also reached Beaufort and Ali al-Taher Heights, from which movement routes and areas like Nabatiyah and Iqlim al-Tuffah can be monitored.

Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has mentioned an area of approximately 700 square kilometres under Israeli control in southern Lebanon. Defence and security expert Riad Kahwaji noted that this territory does not form a single strip of uniform depth along the border. In some locations, the zone of control extends north of the Litani River, influenced by terrain and distances. Kahwaji estimated the number of Israeli military positions at around 20, with each potentially accommodating a unit of up to company size.

The expert emphasized that the ability to monitor, strike, or patrol does not equate to a permanent military presence throughout the area. Israeli operations reportedly covered areas such as Naqurah off the coast, central sector population centres, and heights under Israeli control, including Beaufort and Ali al-Taher Heights. These positions provide strategic oversight of movement routes and regions like Nabatiyah and Iqlim al-Tuffah.

Retired Brigadier General Fadi Daoud suggested that Israeli operations could expand further, potentially reaching the Awali River or the heights under its control. He linked this possibility to controlling areas such as Rihan, Iqlim al-Tuffah, and Jabal Safi Heights. Daoud estimated that such an expansion would depend on strategic considerations and the need to secure key terrain.

The situation highlights the complex and evolving nature of military operations in the region, with Israeli forces employing a range of tactics including airstrikes, ground incursions, and drone surveillance. The impact on civilians and the broader humanitarian situation remain areas of concern.

Source: Read the original report (translated from Russian)