How Hezbollah Became a Power in Lebanon and the Middle East | WSJ

As Israel has been battling Hamas, it has also been exchanging fire with another group along the border: Hezbollah. The U.S.-designated terrorist group from Lebanon also has strong ties to Iran, who has provided intelligence, arms, funds and guidance to the group. So why have Hezbollah and Israel been ramping up violence?

WSJ explains who Hezbollah is and why their fight with Israel is escalating.

Chapters:
0:00 Hezbollah attacks
0:51 Iran’s influence
4:50 Gaining followers
7:45 Hezbollah today

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