Smotrich urges Israel to annex southern Lebanon as assault intensifies

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Israel's far-right finance minister says Litani River must be 'the new Israeli border', as attacks on Lebanon ramp up.

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/ Escalation risk: Far-right minister's call to annex southern Lebanon could provoke wider regional conflict, destabilizing security and diplomatic relations.
/ Geopolitical fallout: Proposal undermines international law, likely triggering sanctions, UN condemnation, and strained alliances with key partners like the U.S. and EU.
/ Economic impact: Heightened tensions may disrupt trade, energy markets, and investor confidence, increasing volatility in global financial systems.

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