http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/5222064.stm
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The air attacks have copied the tactics of the US air force in both Gulf Wars but have not been followed up with the other half of the so-called "Powell doctrine" - the massive use of forces on the ground. (...) Indeed, an example of the limitations of air power came in an incident filmed by the BBC in Beirut the other day. The Israeli air force destroyed two trucks carrying water-drilling rigs, presumably thinking they were rocket launchers.
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Indeed, I am waiting for the start of a large ground operation since days now, and wonder why they hesitate so long. Please no one tell me that they seriously believe that airpower alone could do the trick.