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Israel Prepares for Extended War Amid Escalating Hezbollah Conflict

3/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

Israeli officials are preparing for a prolonged military campaign against Hezbollah, expected to continue beyond the ongoing war with Iran.
The Israeli Defense Forces intensified airstrikes across Lebanon and evacuated nearly 700,000 people following Hezbollah rocket attacks into northern Israel.
The conflict escalated after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, prompting Hezbollah to retaliate, and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun urged direct negotiations with Israel amid worsening humanitarian conditions.

History

Historical Context

The Lebanese Civil War (1975-1990) ignited from sectarian tensions and foreign interventions, resulting in around 150,000 deaths and the displacement of nearly one million people. Israel's invasions in 1978 and 1982 aimed to counter the Palestine Liberation Organization, leading to the rise of Hezbollah. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah today reflects this complex history, marked by humanitarian crises and regional instability.

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Story summary

Israeli officials are preparing for a prolonged military campaign against Hezbollah, expected to continue beyond the ongoing war with Iran.
The Israeli Defense Forces intensified airstrikes across Lebanon and evacuated nearly 700,000 people following Hezbollah rocket attacks into northern Israel.
The conflict escalated after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, prompting Hezbollah to retaliate, and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun urged direct negotiations with Israel amid worsening humanitarian conditions.

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