Israel-Lebanon Conflict

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah engaged in heavy exchange of fire, raising fears of all-out war involving U.S., Iran, and regional militant groups.

Key Points

  • Heaviest exchange of fire between Israel and Hezbollah
  • Fears of all-out war involving multiple countries and groups
  • Israel launched airstrikes to target rocket launchers in southern Lebanon

Pros

  • Preventing a potential Hezbollah attack on Israel

Cons

  • Escalation of conflict raises fears of wider regional war