Israel, 'Targeting Terrorists,' Kills Two in Lebanon Drone Strike
Israel killed two people in southern Lebanon with a drone strike, alleging one was a Hezbollah militant, according to Al Jazeera. This 'surgical' approach, which often results in civilian casualties, comes from a playbook honed during the 2006 Lebanon War, where Israeli attacks killed over 1,000 Lebanese, primarily civilians. The United States, through billions in military aid (like the $14.3
billion recently passed by the House, HR 815, which only 48 Republicans and 16 Democrats voted against), continues to underwrite these operations, ensuring a steady supply of drones and munitions. While this particular strike targets another 'Hezbollah member,' it's rarely just one. How many 'precision' attacks are needed before the region's stability is completely dismantled? The media dutifully
reports the Israeli claim, rarely questioning the cycle of violence it sustains and ignoring the historical context of repeated Lebanese invasions. It appears some lives are more 'targetable' than others when the checks keep clearing.