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Will a Hezbollah-Israel Ceasefire Last?


Published on 2024-11-26 16:20:26 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • Questions remain over whether a truce can bring lasting stability to the volatile Lebanon-Israel border, writes Firas Maksad.

The article from Time magazine discusses the ongoing tensions between Hezbollah and Israel, particularly in the context of the recent ceasefire in Gaza. Hezbollah, a powerful Lebanese militia and political party backed by Iran, has been engaging in cross-border skirmishes with Israel, which escalated following the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel. Despite the ceasefire in Gaza, Hezbollah has continued its attacks, leading to a precarious situation along the Israel-Lebanon border. The article outlines several potential scenarios for what might happen next: Hezbollah could either escalate its attacks to pressure Israel, maintain a low-level conflict to keep Israel occupied, or seek a negotiated de-escalation through intermediaries like the United States or France. The situation is complicated by Hezbollah's strategic position within Lebanon, its role in regional politics, and the broader implications for Middle Eastern stability. The piece also touches on the internal Lebanese politics, where Hezbollah's actions are not universally supported, and the potential for broader conflict if the situation spirals out of control.

Read the Full Time Article at [ https://time.com/7198619/lebanon-hezbollah-israel-ceasefire-what-next/ ]