Brig. Gen. Amir Avivi urges decisive U.S. military intervention against Iran, asserting its destabilizing impact on the Middle East.
At a Glance
- Escalation between Israel and Hezbollah suggests a potential third war.
- U.S. diplomatic efforts appear insufficient to halt Iran-backed threats.
- Brig. Gen. Avivi stresses the urgent need for military action against Iran.
- Israel’s strategic redeployments indicate preparations for broader conflict.
Signs of Escalating Conflict
Brig. Gen. Amir Avivi (Ret.) identifies Iran as the primary instigator of unrest in the Middle East. In an interview with Newsmax, Avivi emphasized the rising tensions between Israeli forces and Hezbollah terrorists, backed by Iran. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have redeployed its 98th Division from Gaza to northern Israel, hinting at imminent military actions against Hezbollah.
These developments suggest Israel is preparing for a potential third war, with aerial warfare already ramping up. Israeli airstrikes have targeted Hezbollah’s infrastructure in Lebanon. There’s a clear need to counter Hezbollah’s recent buildup, as Israel aims to return displaced civilians to the north.
Amir Avivi, a former senior Israeli military official who has advised Netanyahu on the war, told the Free Beacon that the prime minister feared a repeat of the final weeks of Barack Obama’s presidency, during which the United States abstained from a U.N. National Security Council…
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Diplomatic and Military Challenges
Diplomatic solutions are currently viewed as unlikely. The UN has not enforced the disarmament of Hezbollah, as outlined in Resolution 1701. Avivi has criticized the Biden administration for a perceived lack of decisive action. He argues that delays in military intervention embolden Iran’s regional allies, posing a significant threat to Israel’s security. Mossad’s strategic operations have dealt severe blows to Hezbollah, but Avivi stresses that a comprehensive military response is necessary.
“A few weeks ago it was clear that, due to the fact that Israel had destroyed most of Hamas’ forces, Hamas does not pose a serious threat to Israel anymore. This was a moment to decide to change the strategy and move the center of gravity from the south to north.” – IDF Reserve Brig. Gen. Amir Avivi
The debate over U.S. military involvement in the region is ongoing, with Avivi calling for a more assertive approach. According to Avivi, failure to act decisively could lead to further destabilization and security threats.
A Broader Strategy Against Iranian Influence
With Iran as a central focus, Avivi views military intervention as critical in neutralizing threats from Hezbollah and other Iranian-backed forces in the region. Israeli planners have been anticipating this potential conflict for 17 years. Hezbollah’s attacks have resulted in IDF strikes that have eliminated key figures, including members involved in past threats against U.S. personnel.
IDF’s measures are meant to return stability to areas disrupted by Iran-backed terrorism. According to Avivi, the IDF’s military strategies are crucial to ensuring that groups like Hamas and Hezbollah cannot rebuild and pose future threats.
