Israel's president says Iran complicates peace deal with Lebanon

Israeli President Isaac Herzog believes that Iran's influence is a significant impediment to achieving a peace agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Speaking to Fox News, Herzog asserted that a peace deal is unattainable if Iran continues to "squeeze themselves into this conflict" through its support for the militant group Hezbollah.

Hersog's comments highlight the ongoing tensions and the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in the region. While the Israeli president holds a largely ceremonial role, his remarks underscore Israel's concerns regarding Iran's regional activities and its backing of proxy groups like Hezbollah.

Despite these complications, Israel and Lebanon are slated to engage in another round of talks in Washington on Tuesday. However, Hezbollah, designated as a terrorist organization by several countries, is not a party to these negotiations. Iran has indicated that any agreement with the United States should encompass peace on all fronts, including Lebanon, and has reportedly identified Lebanon as a focus in current discussions.

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a peace agreement between Israel and Lebanon cannot be reached if Iran is “trying to squeeze themselves into this conflict” via the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group.