hezbollah

ts The conflict ignited on July 12, 2006, when Hezbollah fighters ambushed an Israeli patrol, killing three soldiers and capturing two others. This event triggered a massive Israeli military operation

blow for many of its supporters by providing social safety nets and employment. However, critics argue that the party’s parallel economy and political entrenchment exacerbate Lebanon’s systemic issues. The dual authority exercised by Hezbollah—both political and military—challenges t