The Globalist Israel’s ground invasion into Lebanon begins, as France pushes for direct talks
Mar 17, 2026
Leila Milana-Allen, Middle East correspondent reporting from Lebanon on the IDF ground offensive and its civilian toll. Anita Menderata, aviation expert on how regional conflict snarls global air routes and airline strategies. Ronan Lee, scholar of Myanmar on the junta’s reconvened parliament. Tira Shubat, space journalist on Artemis II and space quirks. Robin Brandt, former BBC correspondent offering headline commentary.
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Limits Of The French Diplomacy Plan
- France proposed a diplomacy plan based on UN Resolution 1701 that would deploy European peacekeepers and require Lebanon to recognise Israel.
- Milana-Allen says recognition is politically toxic in Lebanon and US engagement is essential but currently lacking.
Cultural Sites Suffer In The Bombing
- Lebanon’s cultural heritage and tourism are at high risk as heavy bombing has hit sites like Baalbek and historic souks.
- Milana-Allen notes Roman temples and crusader castles have been damaged and tourism recovery is threatened.
How Middle East Airspace Rippled Globally
- Middle East airspace disruption has removed large swathes of capacity, affecting 30% of global transit routes and causing widespread cancellations.
- Anita Menderata cites Gulf carriers cutting flights, Dubai operating at 60–70% capacity and rising fares from lost seats.