The LRB Podcast
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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- Israel's strategic military actions against Hezbollah, including high-profile assassinations, reflect a calculated approach aimed at regional dominance.
- The U.S. administration's lack of intervention amidst escalating violence in Lebanon suggests a complicity that affects geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East.
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Escalation of Conflict in Lebanon
Israel opened a new front against Hezbollah in Lebanon following a series of attacks, beginning with the detonation of explosives in Hezbollah members' equipment. The assassination of Hezbollah's leadership, including Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah, marked a turning point in the conflict, followed by a significant Israeli invasion that resulted in thousands of civilian casualties. Over two thousand people have died in Lebanon, leading to mass displacement, with entire regions reduced to rubble. The violence sparked by these actions raises concerns about a broader regional conflict, particularly with Iran's involvement, as tensions escalate rapidly.
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