Israel and Hezbollah: Rising Tensions and the Threat of War (opens in new tab)

The CRS report “Israel and Lebanese Hezbollah: Current Violence and Potential Escalation” (September 20, 2024) analyzes the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah following Hezbollah’s attacks in support of Hamas during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Since July 2024, the violence has intensified, with Hezbollah’s extensive missile and drone arsenal threatening Israel’s strategic sites. Covert Israeli strikes have also targeted Hezbollah assets, further raising tensions.