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Iran exerts significant political and military influence over Lebanon through its support of Hezbollah, as evidenced by the organization's potential to act on Iranian instructions [1] and the broader regional expansion of Iranian influence [2]. Furthermore, the relationship is characterized by public tension, as many Lebanese citizens oppose Hezbollah initiating conflict on behalf of Iran [3].
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Experts react: How the US war with Iran is playing out around the ... atlanticcouncil.org 2 facts
claimHezbollah faces a significant dilemma regarding whether to attack Israel on Iranian instructions, as such an action would likely trigger an overwhelming Israeli military response targeting Lebanese infrastructure, including Beirut airport, power stations, and bridges.
perspectiveNicholas Blanford asserts that Lebanese citizens, including Shias, would not support Hezbollah if the organization initiated a war with Israel on behalf of Iran, a country for which many Lebanese have little sympathy.