The Decibel

Israel-Hezbollah tensions escalate with deadly strikes

Aug 8, 2024
Thomas Juneau, an associate professor specializing in Middle Eastern security, delves into the recent escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. He discusses the tragic impact of the rocket strike that killed 12 Druze children, highlighting the resulting retaliatory violence. Juneau unpacks Hezbollah's evolution into a significant political and military force in Lebanon and examines the complex alliances with Iran and Hamas. He also analyzes the strategic calculations of regional players as they navigate the dangerous landscape to prevent an all-out war.
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