Israel has authorized its military forces to advance into Lebanese territory and "take control" of areas being used by the Iranian-backed terror group Hezbollah to launch deadly attacks against Israeli border settlements, marking a major escalation in the defense of Israeli citizens.
The ground invasion comes after repeated Hezbollah rocket and missile strikes targeting innocent Israeli families living in communities along the northern border. Israel's leadership made it clear they will no longer tolerate terrorists using Lebanese soil as a launching pad for attacks on their people.
This decisive action by our strongest Middle Eastern ally should come as no surprise to anyone paying attention. While the Biden administration spent years appeasing Iran and sending billions to the regime that funds Hezbollah, Israel has been left to defend itself against an increasingly emboldened terror network.
Trump's Strong Support for Israel's Right to Defend Itself
President Trump has consistently backed Israel's right to self-defense throughout his political career, and this administration's unwavering support for our democratic ally stands in stark contrast to the weak, apologetic approach of the previous regime.
"Israel has every right to protect its citizens from terrorist attacks. We stand with Israel 100 percent," Trump declared during his recent Middle East policy address.
The Israeli military's authorization to "take control" of Lebanese territory represents exactly the kind of strong, decisive action needed when dealing with Islamic terrorists who hide behind civilian populations while targeting innocent families.
Unlike the endless diplomatic hand-wringing we saw from Washington establishment types, Israel understands that sometimes force is the only language terrorists understand. You don't negotiate with groups whose stated goal is the destruction of your nation and the murder of your people.
Patriots across America should support Israel's courageous stand against Iranian-backed terror. When terrorists use foreign territory to attack your citizens, you have not just the right but the duty to eliminate that threat by any means necessary.
Will the anti-Israel lobby in Congress condemn this righteous act of self-defense, or will they finally admit that Israel faces an existential threat that requires decisive action?