Israel Preparing for Significant Escalation in Lebanon

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The Israeli Broadcasting Authority said on Wednesday that a military escalation against Lebanon is now "a matter of time," despite the ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Tel Aviv, noting Israel's readiness for a possible deterioration of the security situation in Lebanon due to what it describes as "Hezbollah's growing capabilities and rebuilding of its military arsenal."

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Press reports indicate that US envoy Morgan Ortagus will arrive in Beirut tomorrow for a brief visit limited to her participation in the Mechanism Committee meeting on Thursday. Her itinerary does not include any other political meetings. The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation reported that “Israel is preparing for a major military escalation in Lebanon due to Hezbollah’s continued strengthening of its capabilities.” The corporation added that “Is…