In a bid to avert further conflict, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed his belief on Tuesday that a full-scale fight between Hezbollah and Israel is not inevitable, despite rising tensions following a deadly rocket strike in the Golan Heights.
The strike tragically killed 12 young individuals at a football pitch, leading Israel to accuse Hezbollah, who has denied involvement. The United States is spearheading diplomatic efforts to dissuade Israel from significant retaliatory strikes on Lebanese infrastructure.
Hostilities have intensified since October, with both sides trading fire along the border, causing numerous casualties. While no broader confrontation has been sought, there is growing concern about the potential for a more destructive conflict.
