On Saturday, the Israeli army announced the discovery of maps and documents within an underground tunnel network in the Shaqif area of southern Lebanon. This discovery comes as the Israeli military continues its operations aimed at dismantling what it considers a security threat to its northern towns.
In an official statement, the army stated that its forces are ongoing with sweeping and clearing operations within the tunnel network that extends beneath the Shaqif mountain range. They reported finding field maps inside one of the underground paths that had recently been a site of confrontations and military operations.
According to the statement, the discovered maps indicate geographical locations that overlook areas in northern Israel. The army claimed this as evidence of the operational significance of the site and the nature of activities managed from within.
The statement added that the members of the 36th Division continue to operate in the area with the aim of removing what Israel describes as an underground military infrastructure. The ongoing operations involve inspecting tunnels and destroying pathways and sites deemed future security threats.
This development occurs amid persistent tensions on the Lebanese front, where despite a previously brokered international ceasefire, the southern regions continue to witness military operations and exchanged strikes.
Observers suggest that the continued operations in the Shaqif area highlight Israel's strategic focus on the mountains and border sites overlooking its north. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts persist in maintaining calm and preventing the situation from escalating into broader conflict.
These developments in southern Lebanon are closely monitored due to their direct impact on border stability and the future of existing security arrangements among involved parties.