The Tactics Institute for Security and Counterterrorism expresses deep concern over the recent escalation in violence between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli air strike on a residential area in the southern suburb of Beirut has claimed the lives of at least 14 individuals and wounded 66 others. The Lebanese National News Agency reported that five children were among those killed.
The Tactics Institute is particularly concerned about the rising number of civilian casualties in densely populated areas. Such actions further endanger the lives of innocent people. It also risks igniting a broader regional conflict involving multiple state and non-state actors.
The Tactics Institute calls on both Israel and Hezbollah to immediately cease hostilities and engage in dialogue to de-escalate the situation. The Institute also urges the international community, particularly the United Nations and the United States, to intensify diplomatic efforts to mediate between the parties. It would prevent a further escalation that could lead to a humanitarian catastrophe.
The ongoing hostilities have prompted tens of thousands of people on both sides of the Israel-Lebanon border to flee their homes. The Tactics Institute calls on international actors to exert pressure on both parties to adhere to international humanitarian law. It would protect civilians from the devastating impact of this conflict.
The Tactics Institute urges all stakeholders to consider the long-term implications of continued conflict. They must prioritize diplomatic engagement over military action. Both Israel and Hezbollah must recognize the high cost of war, not only for their own populations but also for the wider region.
