Israel moves for 'historic peace' with Lebanon despite Hezbollah 'sabotage'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is working closely with the United States to intensify pressure on Iran and Lebanon, as tensions remain high along Israel’s northern border.
Speaking on Friday, Netanyahu said he had held an “excellent conversation” with U.S. President Donald Trump and that both countries were coordinating their approach toward Iran. He said Trump was applying strong economic and military pressure, while Israel was acting “in full cooperation” with Washington.
Netanyahu also warned that Israel would continue operations against threats from Lebanon. “We maintain full freedom of action against any threat. Even emerging threats,” he said, adding that Israel was determined to restore security for residents in the north.
His remarks come as a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire remains under strain, following weeks of fighting and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Talks held in Islamabad earlier this month failed to produce a breakthrough.
In Lebanon, cross-border fire between Israel and Hezbollah has continued despite calls for de-escalation. Lebanese officials have accused Israel of violating sovereignty through air strikes and incursions, while Israel says its operations are aimed at pushing Hezbollah away from the border.
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