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Israel Intensifies Military Campaign Against Hezbollah Amid U.S. Support

3/9/2026

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Key Information: Israel pursues a more aggressive military strategy, leveraging the U.S. partnership and policies of U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Netanyahu government sees Trump’s policies as a boost, enabling a response to Hezbollah’s limited attacks.
The Israeli military aims to strike Hezbollah decisively, with Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir signaling a prolonged campaign.
The shift follows intelligence failures from the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, marking a new phase.

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Story summary

Key Information: Israel pursues a more aggressive military strategy, leveraging the U.S. partnership and policies of U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Netanyahu government sees Trump’s policies as a boost, enabling a response to Hezbollah’s limited attacks.
The Israeli military aims to strike Hezbollah decisively, with Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir signaling a prolonged campaign.
The shift follows intelligence failures from the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, marking a new phase.