Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
Politics
Simon Speakman Cordall

In Israel, some want war with Hezbollah, others are worried

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant stated that 'focus has shifted to the Lebanese front, marking a new phase in the war' following the second device explosion in Lebanon, on September 18, 2024 [GPO/Ariel Hermoni/Anadolu Agency]

As the people of Lebanon come to terms with the attacks on communication devices that killed and maimed many, the Israeli public seems divided between elation over the attacks and nervousness over potential repercussions.

In a region where nerves are at breaking point as Israel’s war on Gaza approaches a year, this escalation is the latest in a series of concerning developments.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.