Gerald Steinberg, a political analyst at Bar-llan University, says there are some similarities to the 1982 invasion.

NPR: Echoes of Israel's Occupation of Lebanon

Gerald Steinberg, a strategic analyst at Bar-Ilan University, says there is debate in Israel about exactly how close Iran is to achieving nuclear capability.

NPR: Israel, Iran and the Nuclear Question

Analyst Gerald Steinberg says this crisis may bring down the current defense minister, Amir Peretz, a rising star in the Labor Party who was given the defense post despite a lack of experience.

NPR: Israelis Rethink Strategy After Hezbollah Stalemate