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Hezbollah's decision to open a 'support front' for Gaza on October 8, 2023, one day after the October 7 attack on Israel, has permanently reshaped Lebanon's political landscape, analysts say. What followed was a war of attrition, devastating Israeli strikes, the assassination of the group's top leadership, and an unprecedented crisis of legitimacy for Hezbollah.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has asked Greece to help enforce the US-mediated framework agreement with Israel aimed at ending hostilities in southern Lebanon. The appeal follows a multibillion-dollar arms deal between Greece and Israel.
Hassan Nasrallah, leader of Lebanon's Hezbollah, said on August 16 that the US and Israel have failed in their wars against Iran and regional resistance forces. He praised the strength of the resistance axis in the region.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has turned the idea of Islamic unity into concrete action, especially in Lebanon, through support for Hezbollah and strategic alliances. Analysts say this pragmatic approach boosts Tehran's influence but also draws criticism from regional rivals.
Hezbollah has stressed that unity is essential to countering enemy plots, rejecting claims of internal strife or external pressure. The statement reassures allies of the movement's stability and warns against attempts to destabilize Lebanon.
A Lebanese woman was killed and six others wounded in Israeli airstrikes on Arab Salim in southern Lebanon, with the victim reportedly married just 48 hours. The Israeli military said it targeted Hezbollah weapons depots in response to an overnight drone attack.
Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire targeted southern Lebanon, raising fears of the collapse of the fragile ceasefire. The attacks hit several border towns and villages, with the IDF citing Hezbollah activities as justification. The escalation undermines recent diplomatic efforts to maintain peace.
Hezbollah has warned of an appropriate response to what it calls Israel's new occupation in border areas, amid escalating tensions. The group accuses Israel of violating ceasefire agreements and stands ready for all scenarios.
The US Treasury has officially reclassified Hezbollah as an Iranian proxy force and imposed sanctions on a network allegedly transferring hundreds of millions of dollars to the group. The move, announced on August 21, reflects years of documented integration between Hezbollah and Iran's Quds Force.
