Israel must end the dangerous illusion of deterrence on the northern border - editorial
The editorial discusses the need for Israel to reassess its strategy of deterrence regarding Hezbollah on its northern border. Despite claims of restored deterrence following airstrikes, the situation suggests otherwise. The article emphasizes the importance of addressing the realities on the ground rather than relying on perceived deterrence.
- ▪Israel has been told that deterrence against Hezbollah has been restored after recent airstrikes.
- ▪The reality on the northern border indicates that this perception may not be accurate.
- ▪Civilians in northern Israel have been affected by ongoing attacks from Hezbollah.
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Israel must end the dangerous illusion of deterrence on the northern border - editorialWhile Israelis were told that deterrence had been restored after airstrikes on Hezbollah and that Hezbollah understood the price of escalation, the reality in the North tells a different story.Follow us on GoogleIsraeli soldiers take position as civilians take cover during a Hezbollah attack near the Israeli border with Lebanon in northern Israel, May 19, 2026. (photo credit: AYAL MARGOLIN/FLASH90)
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