Israel's prime minister and president tour northern border amid escalating tensions with Hezbollah forces in Lebanon. The U.S. urges a diplomatic solution to avoid war.
Key Points
Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli military officials are determined to achieve victory and establish security in the north
The U.S. stresses the need for a diplomatic solution to prevent a catastrophic war
Hezbollah in Lebanon and Israel are engaged in a cycle of strikes and counterstrikes
Pros
Israeli officials are actively addressing and monitoring the escalating tensions with Hezbollah in Lebanon
Efforts are being made to seek a diplomatic solution to avoid a wider conflict
Cons
The situation is tense with the potential for a wider war breaking out
Civilians in Israel and Lebanon have already been affected by the conflict