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World on Fire, Part 1: The Houthis, Israel's Impossible War, and Worsening Middle East Chaos

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Hezbollah: Politics, Power, and Perpetual Conflict

This chapter delves into Hezbollah's origins, dual identity as a political and military entity, and its significant role in Lebanese and regional politics. It examines the ongoing tensions with Israel, the historical context of their animosity, and the slim chance for diplomatic resolutions amid escalating violence.

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