Southern Lebanon's displaced Shiites fear return of old divisions

Israel's directive to evacuate Shiite-majority towns near the border, citing local support for Hezbollah, while permitting other religious groups to stay has stirred concerns among displaced Shiites about a resurgence of long-buried sectarian divisions. This move risks reigniting tensions from Lebanon's brutal civil war, which ended two decades ago, and could destabilize the region's fragile peace. The policy highlights a growing divide between different religious communities and underscores the potential for renewed conflict if not addressed carefully.