Israel Warned U.S. of Impending Operation in Lebanon
Israel informed U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin of an upcoming military operation in Lebanon during a call on Tuesday, without providing specifics, according to U.S. officials. Shortly after the warning, thousands of pagers belonging to Hezbollah militants exploded, in an incident widely attributed to Israel.
According to reports from U.S. officials, Israel reached out to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to alert him about a forthcoming military operation in Lebanon. However, the Israeli government did not divulge any further information regarding the nature or timing of the operation.
The communication occurred on Tuesday, the same day when a series of explosions targeted pagers believed to be owned by Hezbollah members, an act largely attributed to Israel by many observers. The incident heightened tensions in the region as speculation mounted over the potential ramifications of the warning and subsequent attacks.
While the exact motives and targets of the anticipated military operation remain unclear, the revelation of Israel's advance notice to the U.S. has sparked debate and concern among international observers about the escalating dynamics in the already volatile Middle East.