Escalating Tensions: Israel and Hezbollah Brace for War.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that the country is prepared for a large-scale operation along its border with Lebanon.
This comes as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah continue to escalate, with clashes occurring almost daily for the past eight months. The situation has raised concerns of an imminent full-scale war between the two enemies.
Netanyahu has vowed to restore security to the region, stating, “One way or another, we will restore security to the north.” To achieve this, the Israeli government has approved the call-up of an additional 50,000 reservist soldiers, preparing for a potential escalation on the Lebanon front.
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Israeli Chief of the General Staff Herzi Halevi has confirmed the army’s readiness for an offensive in the north, saying, “We are prepared after a thorough training process to move to an offensive in the north. We are approaching a decision point.”
The current hostilities mark the worst confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah since their 2006 war, forcing tens of thousands of people on both sides of the border to flee their homes. Hezbollah has responded to Israel’s strikes with several attacks on Israeli positions, including a reported guided missile strike on an Iron Dome platform.
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Despite the tension, Hezbollah has expressed its openness to a negotiated settlement that benefits Lebanon, but insists that any talks must wait until Israel halts its offensive in Gaza. The United States Department of State has expressed its desire to avoid a full-blown war and is pursuing diplomatic efforts. However, the situation remains tense, with both sides prepared for a potential escalation in the coming days.
Escalating Tensions: Israel and Hezbollah Brace for War.
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