Israel Strikes Lebanon: 'Self-Defense' or Perpetual Expansion?
Al Jazeera dutifully reported Israel's 'several air strikes' on Lebanon, with the Israeli army claiming to target Hezbollah. What the mainstream narrative often omits is the historical context of Israel's prior aggressions and occupations of Lebanese territory, including the 18-year occupation until 2000 and the 2006 war that devastated civilian infrastructure. This isn't just about 'Hezbollah
sites'; it's a consistent projection of power that destabilizes the region for decades on end, leaving international law a casualty of convenience. One might wonder at what point repeated cross-border bombardments cease being labeled 'self-defense' and start looking like a perpetual state of conflict driven by expansionist policies. The international community, led by nations who supply the F-35s,
consistently offers condemnations softer than feathers, ensuring the cycle continues. This 'news' is less about current events and more about a timeless script.