The 2026 Lebanon Conflict: Hezbollah Resilience, Israeli Operational Strain and Fragile Ceasefire Risks

Short Executive Summary As of 19 May 2026, the Israel-Hezbollah conflict that escalated on 2 March 2026 remains under a fragile, repeatedly extended ceasefire (initially 16 April, extended multiple times including 15 May). Israel maintains a security buffer zone 8-10 km inside southern Lebanon, conducts ongoing strikes, and reports targeted demolitions. Hezbollah continues low-intensity drone, … Leggi tutto The 2026 Lebanon Conflict: Hezbollah Resilience, Israeli Operational Strain and Fragile Ceasefire Risks