Is the Iran-backed terrorist movement Hezbollah on the ropes in Lebanon?

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have captured the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, neutralizing a key base used by Hezbollah for planning operations against Israel. Lt. Col. (Res.) Sarit Zehavi, founder of the Alma Research and Education Center, told Fox News that Israel has successfully degraded the majority of Hezbollah's missile arsenal and offensive capabilities over the past three years. According to Zehavi, Hezbollah has shifted from a "terrorist army" to a more dispersed guerrilla organization. However, experts warn that Iran continues to provide financial and military support, and the group remains dedicated to rebuilding its capabilities. Hanin Ghaddar, a senior fellow at The Washington Institute, noted that Hezbollah is facing significant challenges, including heavy losses in personnel and infrastructure, as well as fractures within the Lebanese Shiite community. She argued that following the death of Hassan Nasrallah, the group's status as a "protector" has diminished, forcing it to rely on political influence and cash reserves to survive. Meanwhile, a U.S. State Department spokesperson stated that Hezbollah remains the primary obstacle to Lebanon's economic recovery and must be disarmed. Hezbollah officials have acknowledged the strategic importance of the Ali al-Taher ridge but maintained that its loss does not signify the end of the organization.