While negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are expected to begin this coming Tuesday, IDF forces are intensifying their activities in southern Lebanon.
According to a report on Channel 12, in the past 24 hours, forces have begun entering the town of Bint Jabil - defined by the IDF as the "last stronghold" in the line of Hezbollah homes that threatens the northern settlements. Recently, extensive rocket fire has been carried out from the area into Israeli territory.
The town was surrounded by the IDF a few days ago - and the operation began with significant attacks intended to soften the terrain in preparation for the deepening of the ground maneuver.
According to IDF estimates, dozens of terrorists are hiding in Bint Jabil - who are now surrounded. The IDF estimates that it will take several more days to complete the occupation and cleanse the entire town, and is preparing for the possibility of resistance from the terrorists.
Bint Jabil is considered a symbol for the terrorist organization, since it was there that the slain Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah delivered his "Spider Webs" speech. The IDF notes that entering this target at this time has broad implications.
It should be noted that the battle of Roy Klein, the 4th, also took place in Bint Jabil.
The move in Bint Jbeil is being carried out as part of the overall expansion of the operation, in which five divisions are operating to establish a foothold in the area. The forces are working to capture the "anti-tank line," which extends eight to ten kilometers from the border, and are preparing for an extended stay in accordance with the directives of the political echelon.
