Will Iran-US deal stop Lebanon's war?
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At a glance
- A draft memorandum of understanding between Iran and the U.S. reportedly includes an end to the war between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed concerns about this condition and other aspects of the deal to U.S. President Donald Trump.
- U.S. officials stated that Israel would be allowed to act against Hezbollah if it rearmed or attacked, while Netanyahu affirmed Israel's freedom of action.
A potential deal between Iran and the U.S. could bring an end to the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, according to a report by Axios. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voiced concerns about this specific condition during a call with U.S. President Donald Trump.
makes clear that the war between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon would end
Netanyahu reportedly raised his concerns respectfully, while U.S. officials clarified that the agreement would not be a one-sided ceasefire. They indicated that Israel would retain the right to take action if Hezbollah attempted to rearm or initiate attacks.
If Hezbollah behaves, Israel will behave.
Despite Netanyahu's domestic considerations, Trump is said to be focused on U.S. and global economic interests. An Israeli political source later confirmed that Netanyahu stressed Israel's right to act against threats in all arenas, including Lebanon, a principle that the U.S. president reportedly reiterated.
Bibi has his domestic considerations, but Trump has the interests of the U.S. and the global economy to think about
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