Israel's escalation with Hezbollah is 'price' to pay for supporting Hamas: Financial Times

Israel's response to the pause in negotiations has been to escalate tensions with Hezbollah, aiming to make it accountable for the bombing it has carried in support of Hamas, according to the Financial Times, a source reported.

Without a ceasefire in Gaza, and if the escalation in the north persists, no agreement with Hezbollah is likely.

As tensions mount and the potential for Hezbollah retaliation increases, Israeli leadership is considering the nature of the conflict. Israeli political and security officials view a military operation in Lebanon as inevitable.

Some Israeli officials advocate for a limited campaign in southern Lebanon, while others support a broader offensive.