Dr. Ali Shukr, editor-in-chief of the Arab Journal of Political Science, stated that Israeli forces have carried out a series of bombings in several towns in southern Lebanon, alongside ongoing combing operations in the area. These actions are part of Israel's continued aggression against Lebanese territory. Shukr noted that this escalation is linked to several factors, primarily what he described as the "green light" given by the US to Israel, especially with the approaching Israeli and US elections.
Shukr explained that the Lebanese scene is directly related to these developments, with an Israeli expansionist tendency towards Lebanon driven by historical ambitions in Lebanese territory and waters, as well as issues related to occupation. Despite a previous trend towards de-escalation, current circumstances have contributed to the continuation of Israeli aggression and bombing, particularly in areas such as Ayta al-Jabal in southern Lebanon.
According to Shukr, Israel sometimes sets what he described as "unrealistic goals" and justifies its bombing operations by citing potential security risks or errors. This creates an environment where any area or town can be targeted under various pretexts. He emphasized that continued Israeli actions will keep the Lebanese arena vulnerable to further military escalation.
Shukr highlighted that achieving major settlements in the region is crucial in limiting Israeli escalation. He pointed out that the US is the party capable of controlling Israel's actions in Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and other regional areas. The approaching US elections are a significant factor in the current scene, and continued US support for Israel in Lebanon may persist until international and regional pressures increase.
Shukr noted that current indicators suggest the possibility of continued Israeli escalation in Lebanon, especially with the approaching Israeli elections. He added that changes in other areas, such as Yemen, Iraq, or at the Iranian level, could impact the trajectory of Israeli escalation in Lebanon.
The analyst emphasized that southern Lebanon continues to face various forms of Israeli aggression and operations daily. He concluded that the Lebanese arena remains vulnerable to further military actions by Israel.
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Key points
- Dr. Ali Shukr attributes Israel's continued aggression on Lebanon to a "green light" from the US.
- The approaching Israeli and US elections are influencing factors in the current escalation.
- Shukr emphasizes the need for Arab and international pressure on the US to influence Israel's actions.
