A Sudden Surge in Violence On September 23, Lebanon experienced its bloodiest day since the 2006 Lebanon-Israel war. Israel’s airstrikes killed nearly 500 people, including women and children, marking the deadliest escalation between Israel and Hezbollah in almost two decades. The operation, dubbed “Northern Arrows,” specifically targeted Hezbollah strongholds in southern and eastern Lebanon, as well as Beirut. This violent surge comes at a time of rising tensions, both between Israel and Hezbollah, and within the broader geopolitical landscape of West Asia. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarified Israel’s stance, stating…
The Deadliest Israeli Strikes on Lebanon Since 2006: Analyzing the Escalation
