The Occupation of Ali al Taher: A Calculated Gamble The Israeli Defence Ministry's assertion that they have operational control over the strategically vital Ali al Taher ridge in southern Lebanon has sparked a mix of reactions from analysts and observers.
While the move is touted as a military strategy, it also serves as a calculated gamble by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure his position ahead of a tough re election battle.
The Israeli military's success in driving Hezbollah fighters out of the ridge, with its network of tunnels and infrastructure, has been partly attributed to their technological superiority.