Israel vows to accelerate attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon. What's behind its strategy? | DW News

Israel has faced a barrage of international criticism for its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Former Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz spoke to DW and addressed that criticism.

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00:00 Former Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz responds to criticism of Israel's operations in Lebanon
01:35 Dana Stroul, Director of Research at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and former Pentagon official, tells DW why Israel is escalating attacks on Hezbollah now.

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[oskie]

Finally DW invited someone who talks sense

[philipejem]

Finally an interview with a sensible person.

[johnnybengo]

Finally, a decent and honest guest on DW. Dana, you are a brilliant and an amazing lady. Great analysis. Keep it up.

[bluaska]

Dana Stroul - what a breath of fresh air. Finally someone who is well informed and understands the conflict!

[hopedozzer]

Israel never starts war, but have always finished it.

[countryman]

A barrage of international criticism. Seriously. Israel was attacked and has responded like every other nation state has the right to do.

[zikusookasophiewamono]

But those critising Israel for defending themselves, have a really serious problem. What is wrong with this world?🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[benjaminsalem]

Really he saying truth. There is no option for Israel.

[GregMoylan-pnsr]

"Israel has faced a barrage of criticism for its campaign against Hezbolhah"...only from a particular sect and their acolytes.

[eugen]

1. Benny Gantz summarized the whole situation perfectly.
2. Thanks to DW for inviting a good guest, Dana Stroul.

[abhinay]

Egypt should open its borders for Palestinians

[islandgirl]

Who is this brilliant young lady?? Wow!! Thank u for being honest. I have saved this video clip

[BuduRepiya-rz]

Those counties criticising Israel 🇮🇱, will they sit back and do nothing when their country is attacked? Shame on you

[asa]

Islamists' strategy after starting a war:
1. Apply the victim card
2. Call & request for a ceasefire
3. Hide behind civilian
4. Cry Genocide
5.

[paperpenpencilboxruler]

Fires 800+ rockets and dont expect a response? Youuuu so innocent child. 😂 look your pager is beeping.

[RustScarcelli]

Israel always gets criticized for trying to protect its citizens

[oopopp]

The woman guest Dana will probably never be invited back to DW... she was making too much sense that never gets talked about here.

[naidol]

This lady is a subject matter expert. She provides clear and concise explanations to each and every question from a notoriously biased host.

[RolyT]

don't mess with Israell or else you will regret it !!!

[hossainnoori]

This will go on as long as Ayatollas in power!