Iran Urges Hezbollah to Enter Potential War, Israel Sends Clear Warning

Iran may not want a war with Israel at this time, but it is exerting heavy pressure on Hezbollah to join if fighting ultimately breaks out. Israel, for its part, is closely monitoring developments and has delivered very clear warnings to Hezbollah that if it chooses to intervene, the blow this time will be extremely painful. Among other moves, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Lebanon last month to ensure that in the next war, Hezbollah will not sit on the sidelines.

The IDF has prepared a plan for a significant strike against Hezbollah, following the group’s rehabilitation efforts over the past year. Israeli defense capabilities against Hezbollah’s missiles and rockets are considered strong, with proven and improved interception rates. The scope of Iranian aid to Hezbollah has reached a peak, surpassing $1 billion over the past year—a record despite Iran’s economic crisis. The funds are transferred mainly in cash and gold through money changers and shell companies to circumvent international sanctions.

For decades, Iran has invested in building up the terrorist organization along Israel’s northern border with one clear objective: to serve as a deterrent in routine times and, in wartime, to act as Iran’s second-strike capability if its nuclear facilities are attacked. Iranian officials were deeply disappointed that Hezbollah remained largely on the sidelines during the 12-day war and now appear intent on ensuring that does not happen again. Israel is also preparing for the possibility that additional Iranian proxies could join the fighting if it erupts. (YNN/VFI News)

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