Israel’s military operation in Lebanon is sending mixed signals, with expanded troop deployments and warnings to Lebanese civilians. Prime Minister Netanyahu urged Lebanese citizens to oppose Hezbollah or face destruction akin to Gaza. Observers see this as a choice between civil war or devastation. Israel’s stated goal is a “limited” operation to secure northern Israel from Hezbollah attacks, but actions suggest broader objectives. Netanyahu’s rhetoric may incite further conflict, as Hezbollah is deeply embedded in Lebanon’s political landscape, making opposition potentially violent.