politics
March 18, 2026
As Israel prepares to implement the ‘Gaza model’ in Lebanon, where is the international reaction?
A red-flag alert has been issued by one genocide-prevention organisation. This is not the time for empty condemnations but sanctions and arms embargos
TL;DR
- Israeli leaders and commentators are advocating for the 'Gaza model' to be applied in Lebanon, involving widespread destruction and potential territorial annexation.
- Politicians have explicitly mentioned replicating the devastation of Gaza cities in Lebanese areas like Dahiyeh, and expressed desires to conquer and annex southern Lebanese territory.
- The Israeli army has issued evacuation orders for southern Lebanon and announced a 'targeted' ground invasion, with intentions to destroy Hezbollah infrastructure.
- The 'Dahiyeh doctrine,' a strategy of inflicting disproportionate force on civilians, is being openly discussed and promoted for implementation in Lebanon.
- Commentators on Israeli media are calling for extensive destruction in Lebanon, including cities like Dahiyeh, Baalbek, Tyre, and Sidon.
- Organizations like the Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention have issued a 'red flag alert' for Israel in Lebanon, citing evidence of genocidal intent.
- Unlike Gaza, Lebanon's geography presents differences, such as uncontrolled borders which prevent complete confinement of the population.
- Warnings are being issued that Israel's actions in Lebanon could mirror past events in Gaza, including the use of white phosphorus and targeting civilian infrastructure.
- The article calls for international sanctions and arms embargoes against Israel, rather than mere condemnations, to prevent further escalation.
- The author questions whether the international community will act to prevent a repeat of what is described as genocide in Gaza.
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