Report says U.S. push aims to preserve negotiations as disputes grow over whether attacks violate ceasefire terms.
By yourNEWS Media Newsroom
President Donald Trump has reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reduce airstrikes in Lebanon as part of an effort to keep ongoing negotiations with Iran on track.
According to NBC News, the request came as U.S. officials work to maintain a fragile ceasefire framework while preparing for further talks aimed at ending the conflict.
The reported communication follows continued Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah positions in Beirut. The militant group, backed by Iran, has been engaged in active hostilities alongside the broader regional conflict.
Disagreement remains over whether Israeli operations in Lebanon fall within the scope of the current ceasefire. U.S. and Israeli officials have stated that the strikes are not restricted under the agreement, while Iranian leaders contend that the continued attacks constitute a violation.
The issue has emerged as a central point of tension in diplomatic efforts. Iranian officials have warned that ongoing strikes could jeopardize the ceasefire and derail negotiations entirely.
Netanyahu indicated earlier this week that Israeli military operations in Lebanon would continue, signaling no immediate shift in strategy despite the reported U.S. request.
The development highlights the complexity of the ceasefire arrangement, with multiple fronts and competing interpretations of its terms complicating efforts to reach a broader agreement.
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