Israel told US to pressure Lebanon into acting against Hezbollah or risk ceasefire collapse - KAN

Israel is escalating its diplomatic efforts, directly appealing to the United States to exert pressure on Lebanon to rein in Hezbollah's aggressive actions. According to Israeli security officials cited by KAN News, the fragile ceasefire, which began on April 16, is under constant threat due to Hezbollah's repeated violations, including projectile and drone attacks targeting northern Israeli communities and IDF soldiers. Without significant US intervention, Jerusalem fears the entire cessation of hostilities could unravel.

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The reality on the ground is complicated.

The situation on the ground is described as complex, with Hezbollah and its political ally, Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, identified as the primary obstacles to lasting peace. Berri has issued stern warnings, vowing resistance if Israeli forces do not withdraw from occupied territories. This stance highlights the deep-seated tensions and the potential for renewed conflict.

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The ceasefire deal could easily collapse.

However, the reporting also points to internal divisions within Lebanon itself. A source within a Lebanese-Christian party, who opposes Hezbollah, indicated that Lebanese Christians are more amenable to dialogue and the prospect of formal relations with Israel. This internal dynamic suggests that while Hezbollah seeks to maintain its hardline stance, there are segments of Lebanese society that may be open to a different path. Israel's recent efforts to repair a damaged statue of Jesus in a Lebanese village are seen as a strategic message aimed at appealing to this demographic and potentially isolating Hezbollah.

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If Israel maintains its occupation, whether of areas, positions, or by drawing yellow lines, it will smell the scent of resistance every day.