The Daily The Slide Toward War in Lebanon
62 snips
Sep 25, 2024 
Ben Hubbard, the Istanbul bureau chief for The New York Times and an expert on Hezbollah and the Israeli-Lebanese conflict, delivers critical insights on the recent surge of violence in Lebanon, marked by deadly Israeli airstrikes. He traces the historical roots of the Israel-Hezbollah rivalry and discusses Hezbollah's growing influence in the region, especially in light of its alliance with Iran. Hubbard also explores the shifting sentiments in Lebanon against Hezbollah amid ongoing socio-economic turmoil and analyzes the group's strategic responses following the recent Hamas attacks.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Hezbollah's Origins
- In 1982, Israel invaded Lebanon, occupying the south to root out Palestinian bases.
- Shiite Lebanese formed Hezbollah, an underground resistance force backed by Iran, to fight the occupation.
Hezbollah's Rise
- Hezbollah's success in driving Israel out of Lebanon in 2000 was a major victory, boosting their regional reputation.
- They expanded their influence, fueled by an ideology of resistance against Israel, with support from Iran.
2006 War: Hezbollah's Strength
- The 2006 war, sparked by Hezbollah's cross-border raid and capture of Israeli soldiers, showcased their guerilla warfare skills.
- Despite heavy casualties, Hezbollah emerged as a formidable force capable of withstanding the Israeli military.