How Israel is sowing sectarian strife in its war on Lebanon
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Israel's war on Lebanon has resulted in significant casualties and destruction, with at least 203 killed and over 1,000 wounded in a single day of attacks. The conflict is raising concerns about sectarian strife and the potential for a prolonged humanitarian crisis to exacerbate social tensions.
Israel's military launched a series of devastating attacks across Lebanon, overwhelming hospitals with casualties and leaving many trapped under rubble. The attacks hit areas not associated with Hezbollah, causing terror in the streets. Israel claimed it was targeting Hezbollah sites and commanders, but the attacks have raised concerns about sectarian strife. The conflict has displaced over one million people, mostly Shia from south Lebanon, and there are fears that a prolonged humanitarian crisis could exacerbate social tensions. Israel has pressed local leaders to expel Shia Muslims and refuse them sanctuary, putting pressure on the fragile coexistence between Shia and Christian communities. The situation is volatile, with citizen patrols setting up checkpoints and refusing entry to those deemed suspicious.
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