Shi'ite Split in Lebanon Grows as Hezbollah Faces Growing Criticism in War

Renewed fighting in Lebanon has sharpened internal criticism of Hezbollah within the Shi'ite community after Hezbollah’s rocket attacks prompted a large Israeli offensive that displaced thousands and killed hundreds; some displaced people still view Hezbollah as defender, while others blame the group for dragging Lebanon into war and push for stronger state authority, signaling potential shifts in loyalties as reconstruction funds dwindle and public morale sags.