Israeli action in Lebanon risks repeating history’s mistakes — and torpedoing a historic moment for dialogue

The resumption of war between Hezbollah and Israel has raised the prospect of an occupation of southern Lebanon.

By: Asher Kaufman, University of Notre Dame, The Conversation

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Published: March 20, 2026

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By Asher Kaufman, University of Notre Dame

The current fighting between Israel and Hezbollah began as a side front in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. But it is fast becoming more central to Israel’s overall combat efforts and strategic objectives.

Since March 2, 2026 — when Hezbollah fired missiles into Israel in solidarity with Iran — Israel has bombarded Hezbollah’s strongholds across the country, called for the evacuation of the civilian population from …

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