Hezbollah Shows Footage of Underground Tunnels and rockets: ‘No rush for retaliatory strike’
Ongoing Cease-Fire Talks in Doha
A new round of cease-fire talks is currently underway in Doha, Qatar, where international mediators are striving to broker a deal between Israel and Hamas.
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The primary goals of these discussions are to halt the ongoing conflict in Gaza, secure the release of hostages, and prevent any retaliatory strikes from Iran or its proxies, particularly Hezbollah.
Hezbollah’s Underground Network
Hezbollah, a key proxy of Iran, has developed an extensive underground logistics network that could sustain its operations in the event of conflict. Israeli analysts believe that Hezbollah’s tunnel network is even more expansive than the one built by Hamas.
This network could prove critical, enabling Hezbollah to maintain resupply routes from Iraq and Syria during an all-out war.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have released visuals and videos showcasing the vastness of these tunnels, which are large enough to accommodate vehicles.
The tunnel system would make it challenging to preemptively strike Hezbollah’s stockpile of rockets and missiles, which reportedly numbers around 150,000—significantly more than Hamas’s arsenal.
Hezbollah’s Military Capability
The Center for Strategic and International Studies describes Hezbollah as the most heavily armed non-state actor globally. Over the past two decades, with support from Iran, Syria, and Russia, Hezbollah has been preparing for potential conflict with Israel. This preparation includes the construction of its underground tunnel network and the accumulation of a substantial missile stockpile.
Potential Iranian Retaliation
White House National Security Spokesman John Kirby has indicated that U.S. officials believe Iran may still be planning a retaliatory attack against Israel. However, there is significant uncertainty regarding the timing, scale, and nature of such an attack. “We believe that an attack from Iran could come at any time,” Kirby stated, emphasizing the need for intense diplomacy to de-escalate the situation.
Hezbollah’s Recent Footage
In a recent development, Hezbollah released a video showing its underground tunnel network and missile facilities. The video, titled “Our Mountains, Our Treasures,” showcases illuminated tunnels large enough for vehicles, including trucks and rocket-launching vehicles, to pass through.
This footage comes as Hezbollah threatens retaliatory strikes against Israel for the killing of its commander Fuad Shukr in July.
Impact of Cease-Fire Talks on Retaliation
Despite its threats, Hezbollah has refrained from carrying out retaliatory attacks, reportedly due to the ongoing cease-fire talks in Doha. Lebanese media suggest that Hezbollah is holding off on any military action to avoid disrupting the negotiations between Israel, Hamas, and other involved parties, including Qatar, which is representing Hamas’s interests in the talks.
Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al Thani has reportedly informed Iran of the progress in these negotiations. In response, both Iran and Hezbollah have shown a positive stance, agreeing not to initiate retaliatory actions as long as the talks continue.
Conclusion: Hezbollah Shows Footage of Underground Tunnels
The cease-fire discussions in Doha aim to bring an end to the violence in Gaza, secure the release of Israeli hostages, and potentially ease tensions in the region. The outcome of these talks could significantly influence whether Hezbollah and its allies engage in further military action against Israel.
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