[106418] IDF expands engineering operations in southern Lebanon: building demolitions in Markaba and Haddatha

IDF engineering activity in southern Lebanon

Reports coming from the northern front indicate the continuation and expansion of the IDF's engineering operations against terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon. On June 30, 2026, controlled building demolitions were documented in two main locations in predominantly Shiite villages.

According to reports from the 301 Arab World News channel, the activity began in the village of Markaba, where large-scale building demolitions were reported within the village area. The report is also supported by Yair Goldblatt - Security and Middle East, who emphasizes the engineering activity on the ground. 301 News Channel even noted the operation with the slogan: "Yalla, wipe them out!".

Later in the day, IDF forces expanded the activity to the Shiite village of Haddatha. According to an additional update by 301 News, reports of timed building demolitions were also received in this area. Security officials and commentators on social media, including Yair Goldblatt, are closely monitoring this activity as part of the effort to damage the combat infrastructure of the organizations active in the region.

The sources that provided the information are characterized by a distinctly pro-Israeli line, focusing on military and security coverage of the various sectors, without counter-coverage from elements identified with the Lebanese side.