As Iran’s leadership shifts amid war, Hezbollah moves to reset the balance: expert

Fox News - World ConflictNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Emma BusseyMarch 3, 2026 at 11:33 PM

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Amidst escalating tensions between Iran, the U.S., and Israel, Hezbollah has intensified its involvement, launching long-range missiles from Lebanon into northern Israel, prompting Israeli retaliation. This escalation follows coordinated strikes on Iran and coincides with Hezbollah declaring readiness for "open war." Experts suggest Hezbollah's actions aim to support Iran, which seeks to reestablish deterrence, while also ensuring its own survival amidst potential shifts in Iranian leadership. Israel has responded with airstrikes and expanded ground operations near the Lebanese border, while the U.S. Embassy in Beirut has closed. The situation reflects a widening conflict with potential regional implications.

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The IDF announced that it had killed Daoud Ali Zadeh, commander of the Iranian Quds Force’s Lebanon Corps, in Tehran.

factual — IDF100% confidence

The U.S. Embassy in Beirut announced Tuesday that it would close until further notice.

factual — U.S. Embassy in Beirut100% confidence

Hezbollah declared it was ready for an 'open war'.

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Israel responded to Hezbollah’s escalation with additional airstrikes on Beirut and expanded its ground operations.

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Hezbollah launched long-range missiles from Lebanon within 48 hours of coordinated strikes on Iran.

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The Associated Press ×230% Israel Katz 40% Benjamin Netanyahu 40% Beirut ×240% Operation Epic Fury ×250% Ross Harrison ×250% Israel Defense Forces (IDF) ×370% United States ×270% Lebanon ×470% Hezbollah ×890% Israel ×690% Iran ×690%

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