Mon Sep 23 17:42:14 UTC 2024: ## Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Escalate, Civilian Casualties Rise Ahead of US Election
**Beirut, Lebanon** – Just weeks before the US election, tensions between Israel and Lebanon have reached a boiling point, with Israel launching heavy airstrikes on southern Lebanon that resulted in the deaths of nearly 300 people, including many civilians, in a single day. Hezbollah, the Lebanese militia, has responded with rocket fire aimed at Israel.
Israel has warned of an imminent ground invasion, raising fears of a full-blown conflict. This escalation comes at a crucial time, with the US presidential election just weeks away.
Some observers speculate that the “wartime” environment could benefit Vice President Kamala Harris, who is campaigning for re-election alongside President Biden.
The Ron Paul Institute for Peace & Prosperity, a non-profit organization, has released a series of speeches from its recent conference addressing these developments and their potential impact on the US election.
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