Shifting Dynamics: The Evolving Lebanon-Israel Border Conflict

The border conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah has been escalating, with both sides increasing the scope of their operations. Hezbollah has been tapping into its arsenal more, using drones, antitank guided missiles, and surface-to-air missiles. While Hezbollah commands a strong military wing, it also has to contend with local politics and an acute economic crisis in Lebanon. Senior Hezbollah officials have been meeting with top Hamas officials to discuss an "all-out victory" over Israel. Iran, a key supporter of the resistance axis, has warned that the war could expand if Israel continues to target civilians in Gaza. The results of Iran's efforts in building up the regional infrastructure of the resistance axis are now being felt.