Israel’s recent attack on the predominantly Christian village of Aitou in Lebanon has raised concerns about the country’s expanding war against Hezbollah. Many fear that Israel is targeting Shia Hezbollah supporters wherever they may have fled to, destabilizing Lebanon’s fragile confessional system. Analysts believe Israel is engaging in psychological warfare by collectively punishing Hezbollah’s Shia support base and triggering sectarian tensions.
Experts warn that Israel’s indiscriminate bombings could lead to civil strife in Lebanon, with residents in predominantly Christian neighborhoods monitoring guests and evicting displaced people. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s warning to Lebanon about facing “destruction like Gaza” indicates a grander strategy of reshaping the country’s politics. However, commentators believe that Israel’s objectives in Lebanon are unclear, and the ongoing violence could continue indefinitely.
Israel’s tactics, reminiscent of its actions in Gaza, have created a climate of fear and heightened sectarian tensions in the country. They continue to target areas of questionable strategic importance, leading to concerns about fostering civil strife and deepening fault lines in Lebanon. With residents becoming increasingly cautious and communities rejecting displaced people for fear of Israeli attacks, the situation in Lebanon remains precarious as Israel maintains its aerial superiority and relentless bombing campaigns.
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