France condemned Israeli attacks on the southern suburbs of Beirut and called on Israel to immediately withdraw from the entire territory of Lebanon. The attacks targeted strongholds of the Lebanese pro-Iranian movement Hezbollah. France urges all parties to respect the ceasefire agreement and the monitoring mechanisms to prevent any escalation that could threaten the security and stability of Lebanon and Israel. A similar stance was expressed by a US official, emphasizing the need to disarm Hezbollah. The conflict escalated after the start of the Gaza war, when Hezbollah opened a front against Israel by firing rockets from southern Lebanon. Although the ceasefire is in effect, the Israeli military continues to bomb Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets emphasize the humanitarian impact of the Israeli attacks on Lebanon, highlighting the need for peaceful resolution and criticizing military aggression. They often stress the importance of respecting international law and call for disarmament of militant groups like Hezbollah through diplomatic means rather than military action.
Center: Center-leaning sources focus on the diplomatic efforts to maintain the ceasefire and the importance of regional stability. They report on the calls from France and the US for restraint and adherence to agreements, presenting the conflict as a complex geopolitical issue requiring balanced solutions to prevent further escalation.
Right: Right-leaning media tend to highlight the security threats posed by Hezbollah and justify Israeli military actions as necessary for national defense. They emphasize the need to disarm Hezbollah to protect Israel and often portray the conflict in terms of combating terrorism and maintaining sovereignty.
