The Hebrew newspaper Maariv, in an analytical report, described the recent attack by the Israeli occupation regime on the southern suburb of Beirut as an “irresponsible” act and assessed it as part of Benjamin Netanyahu’s political calculations aimed at changing the domestic atmosphere and postponing elections. According to the newspaper, this action not only lacked strategic gains but also increased the risk of escalating conflict at the regional level.<\/p>\n
Dan Perry, an Israeli author and journalist, stated in his article that the resumption of attacks on the southern suburbs of Beirut has once again exposed the region to serious tension without causing any calculated change in the security equations. He questioned the justification for such an attack, particularly at a time when Tel Aviv needs coordination with Washington more than ever.<\/p>\n
According to Maariv, this attack was met with a direct response; including ballistic missile launches by Iran toward northern occupied territories, raising the level of threat. This comes while Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has publicly expressed his desire for tensions to end and emphasized preventing the escalation of war.<\/p>\n
The article’s author warned that causing harm to civilians or Lebanese infrastructure without clear reasons related to Hezbollah could strengthen the group’s position in public opinion and emphasize the narrative of “defense against aggression.” He believes Israeli officials have overlooked these consequences and lost sight of the main focus of tension, which is now being identified as Iran.<\/p>\n
In another part of the report, it is stated that the claim of Israel\u2019s “complete independence” does not align with ground realities; as the continuation of any extensive war depends on U.S. military and diplomatic support. Without this support, managing a prolonged conflict would face significant difficulties.<\/p>\n
Maariv also considered internal developments in the United States effective in this equation, writing that Trump is facing political and economic challenges within his country and is reluctant to enter a protracted regional war. The author believes Washington is seeking to reduce tensions and find a dignified way out of the crisis.<\/p>\n
The newspaper concluded by emphasizing that a portion of Israeli public opinion does not dismiss the possibility that rising tensions are linked to electoral calculations. According to the article, dragging society into a new state of emergency, with consequences such as citizens returning to shelters, closure of educational centers, and economic losses, might indicate that personal and political considerations have influenced military decisions; a path which, from the author’s perspective, will have heavy repercussions for the region\u2019s future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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