Trump urges Israel to halt attacks in Lebanon to negotiate with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has formally requested Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stop his military offensive against the Hezbollah group in Lebanon. This request comes at a time of high tension in the Middle East and seeks to prevent the conflict from spreading further across the region.
The primary objective of this measure is to protect diplomatic negotiations with the Iranian government. According to recent reports, the White House believes that a large-scale war on Lebanese territory could definitively close the doors to dialogue with Tehran, complicating efforts to reach agreements on security and nuclear issues.
In recent weeks, the Israeli military has intensified its attacks against positions of Hezbollah, an organization that has the political and military support of Iran. Israel maintains that these operations are essential to ensure the safety of its citizens on the northern border, despite growing international pressure for a ceasefire.
The international community is closely monitoring the Israeli government's response to this request from its main ally, the United States. The outcome of these talks will determine whether the region moves toward a diplomatic solution or if, on the contrary, violence continues to escalate in the coming days.