Miri Explains Iran–Israel Tensions and the Proxy War with Hezbollah – Channels Interview

Miri analyzes the recent escalation between Israel and Iran, clarifying that while a direct ceasefire between the two states was supposed to be in effect, in reality hostilities have persisted due to ongoing attacks by Hezbollah, Iran’s proxy in Lebanon. She highlights that despite Lebanon's leadership calling for Hezbollah to disarm and Iran’s ambassador being dismissed, Hezbollah continues to shell northern Israel daily, making the so-called ceasefire a “ceasefire war” unknown to most of the world. Miri stresses that Iran’s recent direct attack was a move to protect Hezbollah interests, not Lebanon itself. Regarding US involvement, she reflects on President Trump’s influence but notes that Israel will continue to defend itself against Hezbollah regardless, as the real issue is Iran’s destabilizing use of proxies across the region—including the Houthis in Yemen, who also target Israel. She underlines that while Israel and the US agree on the broader threat Iran poses globally, differences remain in approach due to Israel’s immediate geographic challenges, though both recognize Iran’s destabilization efforts extend beyond the Middle East to Africa and Latin America.