Satellite Data Shows Destruction in Southern Lebanon

Recent satellite data reveals extensive destruction in southern Lebanon, where nearly a quarter of buildings in 25 municipalities near the Israeli border have been damaged or destroyed due to Israel's military actions against Hezbollah, primarily since October 2. Concurrently, Israel's Knesset voted to restrict aid from the UN Works and Relief Agency, impacting two million Gazans, raising concerns about potential U.S. responses amid the upcoming presidential election. Despite ongoing discussions led by U.S. officials for a ceasefire, optimism remains limited, particularly regarding the situation in Gaza, as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu appears to be waiting for the election results to gauge U.S. policy direction. The war has resulted in significant casualties, with over 1,100 Israelis and 43,000 Palestinians reported dead, prompting voters to consider candidates' stances on the conflict. Polls indicate a majority of Americans favor a diplomatic role in ending the violence, with stark partisan divides on confidence in Netanyahu's approach. Analysts suggest that current ceasefire negotiations may be politically motivated as they intersect with U.S. electoral dynamics.