Trump Pressures Netanyahu, Israel Vows Hezbollah — SkimNews
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- President Trump pressured Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from attacking Beirut, leading the Israeli prime minister to hold off on a strike.
- Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah despite the pause on Beirut.
- President Trump said Israel and Hezbollah should halt attacks while Iran talks continue, indicating U.S. diplomatic pressure on the conflict.
- Iran has not yet sent its response to the U.S. in ongoing talks, raising concerns that the Israel‑Hezbollah clash could jeopardize the broader peace process.
Why it matters: Iran’s peace talks risk stalling, jeopardizing U.S. diplomatic leverage and undermining regional stability, while Israel’s renewed Hezbollah campaign threatens to derail the fragile ceasefire momentum.
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