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ANALYSIS

Why is Israel targeting the Lebanese Army?

With each new strike on Lebanese troops, the Israeli military rushes to offer ‘apologies,’ citing “mistakes” — a justification that military experts find unconvincing.

Why is Israel targeting the Lebanese Army?

Lebanese soldiers parading in Beirut on November 22, 2019, during the Independence Day celebrations. (Credit: AFP archives)

Since the start of the war in Lebanon, 22 Lebanese soldiers have been killed by Israel: 12 while stationed in southern Lebanon and 10 others in their homes targeted by Israeli bombings.This heavy toll comes despite the Lebanese Army’s non-engagement...
Since the start of the war in Lebanon, 22 Lebanese soldiers have been killed by Israel: 12 while stationed in southern Lebanon and 10 others in their homes targeted by Israeli bombings.This heavy toll comes despite the Lebanese Army’s non-engagement...