CNN Reporter Explains Why Israel’s Attacks on Hezbollah Seem More Successful
CNN’s Nic Robertson reports on the Israeli military’s claims regarding the death of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah in an air raid in Beirut, Lebanon. The Israeli military’s strategy against Hezbollah differs significantly from its tactics against Hamas. According to Robertson, this difference in strategy is a key factor in the perceived success of Israeli attacks on Hezbollah.
The Israeli military aims to “decouple” Lebanon from Gaza, focusing on eliminating Hezbollah’s capabilities independently of any ceasefire in Gaza or hostage negotiations. This approach is driven by the belief that Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel are not solely in support of the Palestinian cause but also driven by its own interests and Iranian backing.
Additionally, the Israeli government asserts that escalating the conflict with Hezbollah is essential for the safe return of 60,000 displaced residents to northern Israel. This objective has become a critical component of Israel’s wartime strategy, complicating Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political aspirations and internal power struggles.
