Destroy, displace, dismantle: Israel’s Gaza doctrine comes to Lebanon

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Jonathan WhittallMarch 13, 2026 at 02:12 PM

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According to a political analyst, Israel is replicating its Gaza strategy in Lebanon, beginning in March 2026. This strategy involves displacing civilians, destroying infrastructure, and fragmenting governance. In less than two weeks, Israeli actions have reportedly killed almost 600 people in Lebanon and displaced over 750,000. The strategy, which the analyst observed developing in Palestine, includes creating "buffer zones" and disconnected enclaves. This approach mirrors tactics used in the West Bank, such as restricting access to resources and demolishing homes, and the forced displacement and destruction seen in Gaza since October 2023. The analyst suggests that Israel labels populations as enemies to justify its actions.

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Beirut 40% al-Mawasi 40% Wadi Gaza 40% West Bank 60% Palestinians 60% Palestine 70% Gaza ×490% Lebanon ×290% Israel ×8100%

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gaza doctrine 100% lebanon 90% displacement 80% infrastructure destruction 70% fragmented governance 70% civilian casualties 60% evacuation orders 50% buffer zones 50% west bank 40% siege 40%