Israeli Minister Eli Cohen Calls for Bombing Lebanese Civilian Infrastructure
Israel's Energy and Infrastructure Minister, Eli Cohen, has publicly advocated for military strikes against civilian infrastructure in Lebanon, extending beyond Hezbollah strongholds to include sites linked to the Lebanese state. In an interview with Ynet, Cohen, a member of Israel's State Security Cabinet, stated that he had presented this view within the cabinet. He expressed skepticism regarding ongoing negotiations, suggesting they have low chances of success. Furthermore, Cohen addressed the broader regional context, noting that the nuclear issue is international and praising former US President Donald Trump for setting red lines. He warned that if no agreement is reached, Iran could face bombing again. The report highlights that Israel has already conducted airstrikes on civilian infrastructure in southern Lebanon, including bridges and water supply networks. This statement underscores escalating rhetorical tensions and potential military escalation in the region, linking domestic Israeli political discourse with broader geopolitical conflicts involving Lebanon and Iran. The source, Middle East Eye, provides a regional perspective on these developments.
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Israeli Minister Eli Cohen Calls for Bombing Lebanese Civilian Infrastructure
Israel's Energy and Infrastructure Minister, Eli Cohen, has publicly advocated for military strikes against civilian infrastructure in Lebanon, extending beyond Hezbollah strongholds to include sites linked to the Lebanese state. In an interview with Ynet, Cohen, a member of Israel's State Security Cabinet, stated that he had presented this view within the cabinet. He expressed skepticism regarding ongoing negotiations, suggesting they have low chances of success. Furthermore, Cohen addressed the broader regional context, noting that the nuclear issue is international and praising former US President Donald Trump for setting red lines. He warned that if no agreement is reached, Iran could face bombing again. The report highlights that Israel has already conducted airstrikes on civilian infrastructure in southern Lebanon, including bridges and water supply networks. This statement underscores escalating rhetorical tensions and potential military escalation in the region, linking domestic Israeli political discourse with broader geopolitical conflicts involving Lebanon and Iran. The source, Middle East Eye, provides a regional perspective on these developments.
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