The United States appears to be losing its ability to dissuade Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from proceeding with a planned ground invasion of southern Lebanon. An increasingly assertive Israel seems to feel confident in disregarding the influence of a U.S. president who is perceived as a lame duck, seizing the opportunity to reshape the security landscape of the Middle East. For over a year, President Joe Biden and his top advisors have successfully delayed an Israeli military incursion into Lebanon, motivated by concerns that such an action could trigger a broader conflict across the region. However, the current situation suggests that their efforts may no longer be effective.