"The intense focus on Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu's war on Iran has meant scant attention paid to the Israeli war in Lebanon, where almost 1,100 people have now been killed."
"Israel Katz announced another occupation of Lebanon, describing a defensive buffer running up to the Litani river, about 30km north of the border, and by implication likely to be prolonged."
"Despite anger in Lebanon at Hezbollah's decision to fire on Israel, many analysts believe that another occupation would fuel support for the group rather than end it."
"Hezbollah's power to hurt Israel has been drastically reduced; not so its power to punish others in Lebanon."
The Israeli war in Lebanon has led to nearly 1,100 deaths and displaced a fifth of the population. Israel's response to Hezbollah's rocket fire has escalated into a broader offensive, with plans for a prolonged occupation. This move, deemed illegal, is seen as an attempt to eliminate Hezbollah, which is currently weakened. However, analysts suggest that further occupation may increase support for Hezbollah among the Lebanese population. The Israeli government has limited options to curb Hezbollah's influence, despite recent actions against the group.
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