Inside Hezbollah’s battle for Bint Jbeil and Khiam
Israeli forces failed to capture the Lebanese towns of Bint Jbeil and Khiam despite weeks of bombardment, exposing the limits of Israeli firepower. Hezbollah's defense was aided by the terrain and urban warfare, foiling Israeli attempts to secure the towns.
Israeli forces bombarded Bint Jbeil and Khiam in southern Lebanon for weeks but failed to capture the towns. The towns are strategic and symbolic strongholds for Hezbollah. Three sources close to Hezbollah said Israeli troops were hindered by the terrain and fierce resistance. Israel's goal was to isolate the Bint Jbeil district, but Hezbollah prepared for this by studying Israeli tactics in Gaza. Despite pressure from multiple directions, Hezbollah continued to receive supplies and ammunition. Israel's failure to secure the towns raises questions about its long-term presence in southern Lebanon.
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