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 Your assumption that Hezbollah uses UN positions as cover lacks evidence and plays into Israel’s narrative that justifies aggression. Hezbollah’s presence in southern Lebanon is not a justification for Israel to violate Lebanese sovereignty or target civilian and UN infrastructure. The UN may be constrained by its mandate, but Hezbollah’s resistance is rooted in Lebanon’s right to defend itself against Israeli occupation and ongoing attacks. The focus should be on Israel’s continuous violations of Lebanon’s airspace and territory.