Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Sees Lebanon as Last Chance for Victory

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced plans to launch an operation against Lebanon, citing concerns over the presence of Hezbollah on its border. The Israeli military has been engaged in combat with Hezbollah since 1982, initially for 18 years within Lebanon and later from Israeli territory.

According to official statements, the ongoing operation aims to clear southern Lebanon of infrastructure and put pressure on the Lebanese state to disarm Hezbollah. However, analysts note that this is not the primary motivation behind the operation.

Lebanon’s weak military and internal power struggles between Christian, Sunni, and Shia Muslim factions make it a vulnerable target for Israeli aggression. The country shares a border with Israel and has historically been a key battleground in regional conflicts.

The Israeli government’s decision to launch an operation against Lebanon is seen as a strategic move to address domestic political considerations. With recent failures in the conflict with Hamas and Iran, Netanyahu’s government seeks to demonstrate its ability to achieve a decisive victory.

US President Donald Trump has been negotiating directly with Iran, which has led to tensions between Israel and the US. Meanwhile, discussions on the future of Palestine remain stalled, with Hamas maintaining control over parts of Gaza.

Israeli officials have called for Hezbollah to be completely disarmed, citing the need for occupation to achieve this goal. However, critics argue that such a move would result in significant human suffering and loss of life.

Netanyahu’s government hopes to emerge from the operation as a victor, with the removal of Hezbollah from its northern border being seen as a key objective. The Israeli military has been preparing for a potential invasion by Hezbollah from the north, which Netanyahu aims to prevent.

The Lebanese government has not commented on the planned operation, but officials have expressed concerns over the potential consequences of such an action.

Source: Al Jazeera