Israel Signals Possible Offensive Against Hezbollah Amid Rebuilding Concerns and Awaiting U.S. Approval
Israel has expressed growing frustration over what it perceives as Lebanon's insufficient efforts to disarm Hezbollah, a group it considers a significant threat. Israeli officials have observed Hezbollah's rebuilding efforts across various fronts, supported by renewed financial backing from Iran, primarily through Turkey. Despite Lebanon's attempts to block direct flights from Iran, funds continue to reach Hezbollah. The Lebanese government, constrained by an economic crisis, struggles to disarm Hezbollah due to the group's potential for internal confrontation, which could lead to civil unrest. Israel is holding off on any major military action while awaiting approval from U.S. President Donald Trump, who is focused on maintaining regional peace. The U.S. has urged Israel to allow Lebanon more time to demilitarize southern Lebanon, but Israel remains skeptical of Lebanon's ability to meet the disarmament deadline. 
