Lebanese authorities have discovered a Hezbollah communications network integrated with Beirut’s electrical infrastructure, similar to networks the group is believed to have established in southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and Beirut’s southern suburbs, according to sources cited by Al Hadath.

The report said the network was uncovered as part of an investigation into communications infrastructure across the country.

According to the sources, an international organization found evidence that Hezbollah had exploited parts of Lebanon’s telecommunications infrastructure, suggesting that the group had used existing utility networks to support its communications capabilities.

The sources added that U.S. intelligence agencies are closely monitoring the network that was discovered.

They also said that the company responsible for installing Hezbollah’s communications infrastructure receives backing from senior figures within Lebanon’s so-called Shiite duo, referring to Hezbollah and the Amal Movement.