Israeli Military Invasion of Southern Lebanon

SOURCE nbcnews.com
The Israeli military claimed limited goals for its invasion of southern Lebanon, but an NBC News investigation found widespread destruction in areas occupied by the IDF.

Key Points

  • IDF claims destruction necessary to target terrorist infrastructure
  • Satellite data shows significant damage in occupied areas
  • Ceasefire deal reached after more than a year of conflict

Pros

  • Targeted ground raids to stop cross-border fire
  • Degrading Hezbollah's command structure

Cons

  • Widespread destruction of buildings in occupied areas
  • Displacement of thousands of Israelis and Lebanese
  • Over 3,000 people killed in Lebanon and over 70 in Israel