The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have intensified their operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, targeting key commanders in a series of strategic strikes. On October 25, 2025, the IDF announced the elimination of Zayn al-Abidin Hussein Fatouni, a prominent commander in Hezbollah’s Radwan Force anti-tank unit. According to the IDF, Fatouni was deeply involved in efforts to rebuild Hezbollah’s terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon, actions that reportedly violated existing agreements between Israel and Lebanon. This operation followed an earlier strike on October 24, which resulted in the death of Abbas Hassan Karky, the logistics commander of Hezbollah’s Southern Front headquarters in the Nabatieh area. Karky was allegedly leading efforts to restore Hezbollah’s combat capabilities, including managing weapons transfers and storage, as well as reestablishing infrastructure previously dismantled during the war south of the Litani River. These developments underscore the escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, raising concerns about the potential for further conflict in the region.