IDF's preemptive strike boosts faith in Israel's defense - opinion

The IDF’s decisive preemptive strike against Hezbollah’s planned attack has restored confidence in Israel’s defense, reversing previous skepticism following October 7.

A POLICE vehicle drives on a road near Meron in the North as a forest fire rages after rockets were fired from Lebanon last Friday. Despite its claims, Hezbollah is clearly trying to provoke Israel into a broader conflict, the writer asserts.

(photo credit: David Cohen/Flash90)

ByZINA RAKHAMILOVA

AUGUST 27, 2024 01:26

Updated: AUGUST 27, 2024 14:29

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