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Israel’s 36th Division captures Ali al-Taher ridge amid drones

9/9/2026

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Israel’s 36th Division captured the Ali al-Taher ridge, a key Hezbollah stronghold in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah launched two explosive drones near the ridge, killing seven civilians and wounding 20 children.
Lt. Col. Sarit Zehavi said Hezbollah now holds only 10,000-15,000 rockets, far fewer than before.
Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri accused Israel of blocking the Lebanese army’s ridge takeover for election motives.

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Israel’s 36th Division captured the Ali al-Taher ridge, a key Hezbollah stronghold in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah launched two explosive drones near the ridge, killing seven civilians and wounding 20 children.
Lt. Col. Sarit Zehavi said Hezbollah now holds only 10,000-15,000 rockets, far fewer than before.
Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri accused Israel of blocking the Lebanese army’s ridge takeover for election motives.