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Hamas-Israel War: Risks of Escalation and Impact on Lebanon
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Hamas' unprecedented October 7th attack on Israel and the ensuing Hamas-Israel war has impacted regional security and U.S. national security interests in the Middle East. Iranian-backed Hezbollah has engaged in clashes with the IDF on Israel's northern border, escalating regional tension and conflict beyond southern Israel and Gaza. Join us for an expert panel to delve into the escalatory risks and the impact on Lebanon.
Speakers

Mona Yacoubian
Vice President, Middle East and North Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace
Randa Slim
Project Director, Middle East Track II Dialogues Initiative

Edward M. Gabriel
President & CEO, American Task Force on Lebanon

Darrell Issa
Member of Congress, (R-CA-48)
Introduction

Moderator

David Hale
Global Fellow;
Former Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs; Former聽Ambassador to Pakistan,聽Lebanon, and Jordan
Former Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs; Former聽Ambassador to Pakistan,聽Lebanon, and Jordan
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