Tag: lebanon
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US Weighs Overhaul of Military Aid to Lebanon's Army
The US is rethinking its $3 billion military aid package to Lebanon's army, with Republican Sen. Jim Risch warning that an era of unconditional support must end, as critics argue the aid hasn't adapted to growing challenges on the ground in two decades.
Israel Deploys Anti-Drone Netting to Counter Hezbollah Threat
Israel is fighting back against Hezbollah's drone threat with a surprisingly simple solution: anti-drone netting that looks like a soccer goal, draped over its combat vehicles to shield them from devastating strikes. This low-tech innovation comes as FPV drone attacks from Lebanon have been launched from as far as 15 kilometers away.
Hezbollah Escalates FPV Drone Strikes Against IDF in Lebanon
As Israel's ground operations push deeper into Lebanon, Hezbollah is seizing new opportunities to strike back with its FPV drones, targeting Israeli forces with increased precision. The more Israel ventures into Lebanese territory, the more it's exposing itself to the threat of these small, maneuverable attack drones.
US-Iran Ceasefire Tested as Israel Escalates Lebanon Strikes
With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire in place, the region teeters on the brink of chaos as Israel's relentless strikes on Lebanon threaten to derail the fragile peace, leaving shipping lanes eerily empty and energy prices on the rise. Can this delicate truce hold, or will escalating tensions plunge the region back into turmoil?