Brig. Gen. (res.) Oren Avman, who previously commanded the Beaufort Ridge, expressed concerns during a Sunday interview with Walla about the tendency to romanticize the military operation that captured the area. He described this tactical success as overshadowing a lack of strategic direction, particularly regarding the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. Avman highlighted the interconnectedness of US, Iran, and Lebanon, noting that while Hezbollah is currently weakened, it retains the capacity for guerrilla warfare. He criticized the Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, for lacking a clear vision of what the military objectives should be. Avman raised logistical concerns about the IDF's static positions along the Lebanese border, questioning how soldiers would be supported in terms of supplies and protection against threats like IEDs and drones. He warned that the romanticized view of the operation could quickly lead to a situation of strategic stagnation, ultimately placing the burden on Israeli soldiers and citizens in the northern regions.