The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) revealed a comprehensive account of the resounding success of Operation Northern Arrows, a military campaign against Hezbollah, following the implementation of a ceasefire with Lebanon earlier this week. The operation, which concluded after months of intense conflict, dealt an unprecedented blow to Hezbollah’s military and leadership infrastructure, dismantling its operational capabilities and reshaping the strategic balance in the region.

Devastating Leadership Losses

Hezbollah suffered crippling losses, with over 2,500 terrorists eliminated, including its most senior figure, Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah. Among the slain were 14 top-ranking leaders, such as Fuad Shukr, Hezbollah’s chief of staff, along with four division commanders, 24 brigade commanders, 27 battalion commanders, and scores of lower-ranking officers. The eradication of this hierarchy has left Hezbollah decapitated, with its ability to mount coordinated attacks severely degraded.

Northern Arena: the numbers

Targets Struck:
•Over 12,500 Hezbollah terror targets in the northern arena.
•Over 1,600 military command centers and more than 1,000 weapons storage facilities.

Operation Northern Arrows:
•Approximately 1,000 terrorist infrastructure targets… pic.twitter.com/kehpszXu0m

— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) November 29, 2024

Unmatched Ground Operations

The campaign’s success was heavily reliant on ground operations, with 14 brigade combat teams conducting over 100 precision missions and 24 divisional raids targeting Hezbollah strongholds. These meticulously planned assaults crippled Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force, a unit infamous for its incursions and operations targeting Israel. The ground forces' achievements not only neutralized immediate threats but also dismantled Hezbollah's entrenched positions along the northern border.

Air and Naval Superiority

IDF air and naval forces showcased extraordinary dominance. Fighter jets clocked 14,000 flight hours, carrying out 11,000 sorties that struck Hezbollah assets deep within Lebanese territory. These operations targeted 12,500 enemy sites, including 1,600 military headquarters, over 1,000 weapons storage facilities, and key infrastructure hubs. The campaign also inflicted significant damage on Hezbollah’s core operational areas, neutralizing 360 sites in Beirut and 1,000 sites in the Bekaa Valley, a region historically regarded as Hezbollah’s strategic heartland.

Here’s the full article released by the IDF:https://t.co/XK92hiPyxA

— Israel War Room (@IsraelWarRoom) November 29, 2024

Simultaneously, IDF naval forces executed over 25,000 operational hours, securing critical maritime zones and thwarting attempts to smuggle arms into Lebanon. Their relentless patrols ensured that Hezbollah’s supply lines were severed, further isolating the group.

Hezbollah’s Arsenal Decimated

One of the most significant outcomes of the campaign was the decimation of Hezbollah’s formidable arsenal. According to IDF estimates, Hezbollah now retains less than 30% of its pre-war fleet of drones, a critical component of its modern warfare capabilities. Over 155,000 weapons and pieces of military equipment were seized during the operation, including:

• 12,000 explosive devices, drones, and other advanced weaponry.
• 13,000 anti-tank missile launchers and rockets.
• Anti-aircraft missiles capable of targeting Israeli aircraft.
• More than 121,000 communication devices, computers, and electronic systems crucial for Hezbollah’s command-and-control operations.

  Lebanon Operation "Northern Arrows" sumup:
  
  As it is already a whole 2 days! with only minor transgressions from Hezbollah, we may be able to say that this part of the Lebanon war is over.
  
  This morning, @IDF published a summary:
  
  -Over 12,500 terrorist targets were… pic.twitter.com/2oTmsjQ6Oz

  — An Israeli mother (@IsraMum) November 29, 2024

Strategic Impact and Future Security

The operation’s success has profoundly reshaped the security landscape along Israel’s northern border. Brigadier General Yiftach Norkin, Commander of Division 146, lauded the soldiers and reservists for their unparalleled achievements.

“Over the past year, you have pushed Hezbollah back, neutralizing the immediate threats to northern residents and ensuring a more stable future,” he declared. “Your actions have created a secure foundation for maintaining peace and enforcing the ceasefire agreement. We remain vigilant and prepared to address any violation with decisive force.”

Just an important reminder today: Israel has lost 79 IDF soldiers and 45 civilians in Operation Northern Arrows. They are all heroes; they gave it all for the survival of the Jewish State. Never forget them; we owe them a debt we can never repay. BDE 🫡🇮🇱 pic.twitter.com/zIbWiB50s5

— Raylan Givens (@JewishWarrior13) November 26, 2024

The scale of destruction wrought by Operation Northern Arrows has reverberated across the region. Hezbollah’s ability to project power has been fundamentally weakened, and its leadership vacuum leaves it grappling with internal instability. The IDF’s achievement not only safeguards Israel’s northern communities but also sends a clear message to hostile actors: Israel will not tolerate threats to its sovereignty or security.

A Victory for Regional Stability

While the ceasefire holds for now, the IDF remains deployed along the northern border, ready to act against any resurgence of hostilities. The success of Operation Northern Arrows underscores the IDF’s operational excellence, strategic foresight, and unwavering commitment to ensuring Israel’s security. With Hezbollah’s infrastructure shattered and its ambitions curtailed, the operation stands as a defining moment in the battle against terrorism and a testament to Israel’s resolve.