Trump condemns Israel’s attack on Beirut, says Iran deal still close
Summary
President Donald Trump criticized Israel for attacking Beirut, Lebanon, on a day when a peace deal with Iran might be signed. He urged all sides, including Israel and Hezbollah, to stop attacks to support a lasting peace in the region.Key Facts
- President Trump said the Israeli attack on Beirut “should not have happened” and called for a stop to all attacks in Lebanon and against Israel.
- The attack killed at least three people in the Dahiyeh area of Beirut.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel responded to Hezbollah firing projectiles into northern Israel.
- Iran’s top negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, criticized the U.S. for failing to meet commitments in talks.
- A deal to end the US-Israel conflict with Iran could be signed soon, possibly starting with a digital signing.
- The peace deal would include opening the Strait of Hormuz, lifting the U.S. naval blockade, and halting fighting immediately.
- More detailed issues like Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief are expected to be addressed within 60 days after signing.
- Experts say the Israeli strikes are a test for peace efforts and might be influenced by political pressures ahead of elections in Israel.
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