Israel Takes Huge Risk with 'Historic' Ground Offensive in Lebanon: Hezbollah Hoped for This Moment for Weeks

tel aviv - Israel has launched a ground offensive in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah with elite forces from the 98th division. The operation is deemed 'targeted and limited' but is fraught with risks as heavy fighting ensues.

Israel has begun a new ground war in Lebanon, with elite troops including commandos and paratroopers from the 98th division entering the country. The operation is said to be 'targeted and limited' but is surrounded by risks. Intense fighting is currently taking place with Hezbollah fighters.

The 98th division, which had been active in Gaza for months, was redirected to the north a few weeks ago. The soldiers are specialized in operating deep in enemy territory. A commander of one of the units addressed his troops before crossing the border: 'We have the great privilege of writing history, as we did in Gaza.'

It remains to be seen whether Israel has learned from past mistakes in Gaza and Lebanon, and whether they have formulated a clear exit strategy this time.