Tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border have erupted once again as Israel carried out extensive strikes against Hezbollah, prompting residents to evacuate areas close to buildings used by the militant group. The conflict escalated over the weekend with both sides exchanging hundreds of rockets, some of which landed dangerously close to the Israeli port city of Haifa.
Israel’s defense minister has vowed to continue operations until residents can safely return to evacuated areas near the northern border with Lebanon. Meanwhile, Hezbollah has stated that they will continue fighting until a cease-fire is secured in Gaza.
The volatile situation has raised concerns about the potential for further escalation and the impact it will have on Lebanon, which is already grappling with economic and political instability. DW’s reporting from Haifa and Beirut sheds light on the human toll of the conflict and the fears of civilians caught in the crossfire.
Makram Rabah, a lecturer of history at the American University in Beirut, provides insight into the historical context of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict and the implications for Lebanon’s future.
As the violence continues to unfold, the international community remains on high alert, hoping for a swift resolution to prevent further bloodshed and devastation in the region.
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