For a generalized conflict with the involvement of Iran, the US warns Israel if it goes to full-scale war with the Lebanese militant organization, Hezbollah.

According to an Axios report citing two unnamed senior US officials, the Biden administration has told Israel that it does not believe a “limited war” in Lebanon or a “small regional war” is a realistic option because it would be difficult to end and likely to spiral out of control.

The warning comes amid growing speculation that Israel may be considering launching a military operation against Hezbollah in the coming months, despite having expressed similar intentions at the start of the war against Hamas eight months ago. , Washington had discouraged the Israeli government.

Tensions particularly rose last week as members of the Israeli government visited northern Israel to discuss preparations for war in Lebanon.

The military chief said “preparations” were complete and a decision to launch an attack was imminent. The prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, also warned of the possibility of an “intense campaign”.

Far-right Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, visiting the desert northern city of Kiryat Shmona, called for the “destruction of Hezbollah.”