Israel will launch a limited invasion into southern Lebanon in the coming hours following a recent escalation in tensions as a result of recent Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah leadership that left much of the group’s chain-of-command dead,

Foreign policy expert Hagar Chemali says she takes Benjamin Netanyahu at his word when he says Israel will continue to attack Hezbollah in Lebanon and may soon begin a ground offensive. She also tells NewsNation that she doesn’t expect Iran to become directly involved in the fighting,

Momentum for further action is building in Israel, where many believe their country has gained an upper hand against a longtime foe and should make the most of its advantage.