In his victory speech, President-elect Trump declared, "I'm not going to start a war; I'll stop wars." The situation in Israel or Ukraine wasn't explicitly mentioned in his words, but you could almost feel the winds in Jerusalem and Kyiv blowing stronger during that moment.
It doesn't take a genius to assume that the 47th President wants things to de-escalate in both regions. But while the Ukraine-Russia war seems to become more complex by the day, the dynamic on Israel's fronts is different, particularly with Lebanon and the emerging cease-fire agreement, which the current U.S. administration grooms.
Regarding this arena, the will of the future White House could materialize sooner rather than later. However, if it continues on the current track, it could be easily missed.
After more than a year of constant fighting, the potential tranquillity on the Israel-Lebanon border is something to be welcomed. Too many Israelis were killed and terrorized by Hezbollah. An unimaginable number of Lebanese feel unsafe in their own country. Both people wish for a day on which southern Lebanon and parts of Beirut aren't used as a clash point between Israel and a terror organization.
In this sense, the translation of Israel's military operation against Hezbollah into a possible political act provides hope for many. From a geopolitical viewpoint, it signals the desired evolution from war to diplomacy.
For millions in the region, the relation between the two phases isn't just an academic axiom but an essential symbiosis. Tranquilly is good for the economy. It's vital for the human soul and body. And when life gets back on track, it's almost tempting to wonder how it didn't come before.
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