After violence broke out between the current and past regimes in Syria, fearful residents have waded across a river to take refuge in Lebanon.| Los Angeles Times
Hezbollah, which was severely diminished during nearly 14 months of war, has threatened to resume fighting if Israel does not withdraw its forces.| Los Angeles Times
These groups are organic and homegrown, unlike the Islamic State or Al Qaeda, which have relied heavily on fighters from abroad. Hamas and Hezbollah will replenish their ranks with locals.| Los Angeles Times
More than 50 people were killed in 24 hours, the Gaza Health Ministry said. Israeli jets also hit Beirut’s southern suburbs for the third time since a ceasefire.| Los Angeles Times
Israel has struck Lebanon in retaliation for rocket fire, killing six people including a child, in the most intense exchange since the Israel-Hezbollah truce began.| Los Angeles Times
Hezbollah has been seriously weakened militarily in recent weeks, with many of its top leaders killed, and at least some of its arsenal destroyed.| Los Angeles Times