Israel's defense minister has claimed that the military has eliminated half of Hezbollah's commanders in southern Lebanon, signaling a shift in military strategy. However, experts doubt whether Israel's targeted killings will weaken the militant group. The defense minister's statement has been met with skepticism, with some analysts viewing it as a psychological tactic to showcase military success. While Israel has publicly named nine Hezbollah fighters it has eliminated, the claims have not been independently verified. Despite the targeted strikes, analysts believe that Hezbollah's operational capabilities will remain largely unaffected, and the group's recent attacks on Israeli forces demonstrate its continued resilience.