Israel warns Lebanon of severe strikes if Hezbollah joins any US-Iran war: Report
Israel has sent an indirect warning to Lebanon that it would conduct severe strikes on the country, including targeting civilian infrastructure such as Beirut’s airport, if the resistance movement Hezbollah becomes involved in any potential war between the United States and Iran.
Two senior Lebanese officials said on Tuesday that the message was conveyed through diplomatic channels amid heightened regional tensions, Reuters reported.
According to the officials, Israel has made it clear that Lebanese state infrastructure would be considered a legitimate target if the resistance group intervenes militarily in support of Tehran.
The warning comes as Washington and Tehran gear up for a third round of nuclear talks scheduled for February 26 in Geneva. Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi announced the upcoming negotiations on Sunday, which are taking place against a backdrop of mounting concerns over the risk of a broader military confrontation.
Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem said in a televised address in January that the movement would not “remain neutral” in the event of a confrontation between the United States and Iran.
"We are determined to defend ourselves. We will choose in due course how to act, whether to intervene or not," he said.
The escalating rhetoric has led to precautionary measures by Washington, with a senior US State Department official saying on February 23 that non-essential government personnel and eligible family members are being withdrawn from the US Embassy in Beirut due to security concerns.
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened military action against Iran since early January, following his public support for foreign-linked riots in Iran.
Trump has since ordered a significant military buildup in regional waters near Iran and warned of strikes if Tehran does not accept a deal on US terms.
Iranian officials have reiterated their readiness for a fair agreement on the country’s nuclear program but warned that even a limited attack would trigger a decisive response.
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