# Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar: Israel’s Defeat BEGINS: Hezbollah & Yemen Just Hit HARD

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Podcast: [Dialogue Works](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dialogue-works-7032198)
Published: 2026-05-15T01:54:23+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/dialogue-works/episodes/lt-col-anthony-aguilar-israels-defeat-begins-hezbollah-yemen
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## Resource

Middle East conflict analysis: Hezbollah's asymmetric drone tactics challenge IDF operations in southern Lebanon. Trump-Xi discussions address Strait of Hormuz tensions, with China asserting diplomatic leverage. US forces reportedly relocating from GCC bases to Israel, raising concerns about deeper regional entanglement. Questions raised regarding civilian infrastructure strikes in Iran and accountability under international law. Israel's evolving alliances with UAE and strategic interests in Syria's Golan Heights examined. New US defense policy emphasizes aggressive posture amid shifting global dynamics. Analysis suggests regional powers may increasingly resist US pressure while Israel seeks alternative partnerships. Discussion covers the political, military, and diplomatic dimensions shaping the ongoing crisis, including debates over blockade effectiveness, force readiness, and the long-term implications of sustained conflict for regional stability and US strategic positioning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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