Israeli forces executed fresh airstrikes in southern Lebanon today, targeting Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Kfar Tebnit. These operations proceed despite explicit criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Israel's military conduct in the region.
Trump stated at the G7 summit that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must act more responsibly, noting the conflict with Hezbollah has persisted too long. While affirming a strong alliance, the President emphasized that continued excessive force jeopardizes diplomatic stability.
Violence persists on both sides following Sunday’s announcement of a U.S.-Iran framework agreement. Iran’s Foreign Minister warned that any continued Israeli military presence in Lebanon violates this interim memorandum. Both nations are scheduled to formalize the deal Friday in Bürgenstock, Switzerland.
President Trump plans to publicly read the agreement, asserting it guarantees Iran will never obtain nuclear weapons and ensures toll-free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. He contrasted this framework with the 2015 JCPOA, highlighting that the new terms require no direct U.S. financial compensation.