Possibility of War with Hezbollah in Lebanon
IDF Col. (Res.) Ronen Cohen discusses the possibility of war against Hezbollah in Lebanon and the reasons why the war in the North hasn't escalated. He highlights concerns about the cost of war and the preference for reaching an agreement to end conflicts.
Key Points
- Senior leadership may not be willing to wage war in the North
- Preference for reaching agreements over starting wars
- Challenges in maintaining peace while facing a stronger enemy
Pros
- Insight from a former head of the International Institute for Counter-Terrorism
Cons
- Concerns about the heavy cost on ground forces
- Dependence on the U.S. for armament
- Inability to fight on two fronts