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US Backs Israel's Offensive in Lebanon

CosmicTaco · 2024-10-10T09:38:04.346302+05:30

- **State Department** opposes a ceasefire in Lebanon, supports Israeli bombardment to **'degrade Hezbollah'**. - **US spokesman** claims Hezbollah seeks ceasefire due to being **'on the back foot'**. - **Over 1,250 killed** in Israeli operations, including **100+ children**. - **Lebanon urged** to hold new presidential elections amid the conflict. - **Netanyahu warns** Lebanon of further **'destruction and suffering'** if Hezbollah's grip isn't broken. Source: [Zerohedge](https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/us-says-it-opposes-ceasefire-lebanon-urges-israel-degrade-hezbollah), [New York Post](https://nypost.com/2024/10/09/opinion/hezbollah-begging-for-mercy-proves-israel-is-right-to-fight-not-give-up/)

State Department opposes a ceasefire in Lebanon, supports Israeli bombardment to 'degrade Hezbollah'.
US spokesman claims Hezbollah seeks ceasefire due to being 'on the back foot'.
Over 1,250 killed in Israeli operations, including 100+ children.
Lebanon urged to hold new presidential elections amid the conflict.
Netanyahu warns Lebanon of further 'destruction and suffering' if Hezbollah's grip isn't broken.