What are the implications of Israel's latest attack on Hezbollah?
What are the implications of Israel’s latest attack on Hezbollah?
Haytham Ali Tabatabai is Hezbollah’s most senior figure to be killed since a ceasefire began in November 2024.
An Israeli air strike on Beirut has killed Haytham Ali Tabatabai, Hezbollah’s chief of staff.
Tabatabai was the highest-level Hezbollah official targeted by Israel since a ceasefire came into force a year ago between the armed group and Israel’s military.
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There have been frequent Israeli breaches of the agreement, but observers say the latest attack is a major escalation.
So why is this strike coming now – and what are the implications?
Presenter:
Imran Khan
Guests:
Joe Macaron – Geopolitical analyst specialising in US strategy in the Middle East
Nadim Houry – Executive director of the Arab Reform Initiative
Alon Pinkas – Former Israeli ambassador and consul general of Israel in New York