Op-ed: Deterrence is only effective as long as the other side understands that a war will lead to the destruction of Lebanon and will not inflict damage only on the Shiite organization.

Analysis: While Nasrallah continues to brag about Mount Dov attack, Lebanese leadership and public fear a new round of fighting with Israel will inflict huge economic damage; Iranians fear their involvement in conflict will negatively affect nuclear talks.

Lieberman's bid to exclude the Arab parties from the political system has backfired, and now there is a real chance for them to become legitimate partners in government.