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Middle East prepares for new US regional policy

Nov 15, 2024
Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent and former CNN Europe editor, and Leila Milana Allen, Monocle's Middle East correspondent based in Beirut, discuss the complexities of the ongoing conflict involving Israel and Hezbollah. Nina provides insights into ceasefire negotiations amidst escalating military actions. Leila offers on-the-ground reports detailing the humanitarian crisis in Beirut, capturing the human impact of these geopolitical shifts. Their conversation sheds light on the broader implications for international relations during a pivotal moment.
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Quick takeaways

  • The ongoing Israeli bombardment has resulted in significant civilian casualties and a humanitarian crisis, raising legal and ethical concerns about the conflict's proportionality.
  • The U.S. draft ceasefire proposal represents a critical yet contentious step towards resolving the escalating violence, highlighting sovereignty issues for Lebanon amidst Israel's insistence on defensive rights.

Deep dives

Escalation of Conflict in Lebanon

The ongoing Israeli bombardment of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon continues to escalate, leading to significant civilian casualties. Recent reports indicate that over 3,500 people have been killed and 14,500 injured due to the strikes, with a large portion being women and children. The strikes are predominantly targeting residential buildings in Shia-majority areas, raising concerns about the proportionality of the attacks. As hostilities intensify, millions are being displaced from their homes as they seek safety from the conflict.

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