Hezbollah Rebuilds Capabilities and Upgrades Drones in Southern Lebanon
Al-Modon reports Hezbollah is rebuilding military capabilities in southern Lebanon, upgrading FPV drones with heavier explosive payloads and fiber-optic guidance.
The Lebanese news outlet Al-Modon reported that Hezbollah is actively rebuilding its military capabilities in southern Lebanon, anticipating future conflict. According to sources, the organization utilized the ceasefire period to restore infrastructure south of the Litani River, focusing primarily on upgrading explosive-laden drones.
The sources indicated that Hezbollah is utilizing explosives intended for Beirut to enhance FPV drones. The group aims to increase the payload capacity of these explosive drones from approximately 2.5 kilograms to between 4 and 6 kilograms, while extending the operational range of their fiber-optic guidance cables from 20 to over 30 kilometers.
Furthermore, Hezbollah is equipping these aerial systems with TNT, C4, nails, and metal ball bearings to maximize casualties. The group has reinforced its military deployment in villages near the yellow line, as well as in Nabatieh, Iqlim al-Tuffah, and Jabal Reiss.
Simultaneously, Al-Modon reported heightened security measures implemented by Hezbollah following targeted Israeli assassinations. Amid continuous Israeli drone surveillance over southern Lebanon and the Dahiyeh district of Beirut, the organization has evacuated numerous apartments and offices in Dahiyeh.
