A New War in Lebanon

Oct 18, 2024

Mohamad Bazzi, director of the Hagop Kevorkian Center for Near Eastern Studies and a seasoned Middle East correspondent, joins to discuss the escalating conflict in Lebanon and Israel's recent military aggression. They delve into the tumultuous assassinations within Hezbollah, the implications of Gaza's leadership turmoil, and the increased civilian suffering in Lebanon. Bazzi also critiques U.S. foreign policy under the Biden administration, questioning its effectiveness amid rising tensions and the potential shifts in Hezbollah's leadership.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Gaza Conflict Dynamics: Leadership and Ceasefire

02:22 • 6min

Tensions Unleashed: Lebanon's Struggle

07:54 • 20min

Leadership Transition and Military Dynamics in Hezbollah

28:22 • 4min

Hezbollah's Missile Strategy and Regional Dynamics

32:30 • 6min

Israel's Military Strategy and U.S. Implications

38:49 • 9min