Hezbollah is a saying that Israel’s attacks on Lebanon affirms its right for a response, and only strengthens the groups determination to resist and confront the enemy. Israel is saying that they confirm the attack of a Hezbollah commander in Beirut
Hezbollah is a Lebanon-based Shiite political and militant group that operates as one of Iran’s closest and most important regional allies. Formed in the early 1980s, it functions both as a political party within Lebanon and as a powerful armed force, but its strength and reach are heavily supported by Iran. Tehran provides funding, weapons, and training—largely through its Revolutionary Guard—while also shaping Hezbollah’s ideological framework. As a result, Hezbollah is widely viewed as a key proxy for Iran, allowing it to project influence, apply military pressure—particularly against Israel—and expand its strategic footprint across the Middle East without direct engagement by Iranian forces.
Air defense systems have been activated in Tehran.
This ain’t over, however, you have to wonder if Pres. Trump is looking to distance himself away from Israel and make it more of a Israel versus Iran confrontation once again.
PS. Netanyahu to give remarks at 1:15 ET
