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The Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Is Escalating and IDF Warns It's Just the Start
On Wednesday the Israeli army responded to Hezbollah air strikes on its military bases with attacks on Lebanon, as both sides predicted more tit-for-tat warfare across the border.
Assassination of Hamas Leader in Lebanon Has Israel Bracing for Retaliation
While Israel has not officially taken responsibility for the drone strike that killed Saleh al-Arouri, Israeli and U.S. officials told VICE News they expect the situation to escalate.
Hezbollah Leader Signals Willingness to Escalate Conflict With Israel
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has been under internal pressure to increase attacks on Israel, sparking fear of a wider regional conflict.
Israel Is Stretched Thin and Hezbollah Knows It
Hezbollah has stepped up attacks on Israel's northern border, as all eyes are on the Lebanese militant group's next move as Israel prepares its Gaza offensive.
‘Clear Signal’ Sent That Israel-Hamas War Could Escalate Regionally
Intelligence officials tell VICE News attacks by Iranian proxies against US targets and Israel could indicate a broader regional conflict may be on the cards.
Hezbollah’s Grip on Lebanese Politics Weakens in First Election Since Beirut Blast
Lebanese voters reacted to a huge array of problems – including an energy crisis, corruption, dizzying poverty levels and the Beirut port blast.
Her Brother Was Killed in Cold Blood, But His Killers Still Walk Free
Lokman Slim was shot multiple times as he made his way home, the latest victim of a string of assassinations. His family suspects a powerful political group was behind his murder.
Activists in Lebanon Are Using Religious Tattoos as Protest Symbols
Even though many are not particularly religious, tattoos have become a way of showing solidarity.
Israel and Iran Are Inching Closer to Actual War
A wayward drone, airstrikes, a downed Israeli jet—here's what this weekend's scuffle means for the coming year in a volatile region.
Why ISIS Just Attacked Its 'Mortal Enemy' Iran for the First Time
The attack will also undoubtedly raise tensions even higher in the region.
The US Military’s Drone-Killing Planes Are Hunting ISIS’s Weaponized Quadcopters
In October, American forces in the Middle East had at least two aircraft capable of jamming radio signals used by insurgents to trigger bombs on the ground.