Israeli military vehicles maneuver along the border with Lebanon, seen from northern Israel, on Nov. 24, 2025. (Credit: Shir Torem/Reuters)
In a bid to prevent a military escalation, decision-making circles in Washington are working on a broad proposal aimed at securing an agreement between Lebanon and Israel. And it’s with this context in mind that the recent leaks relayed by American officials should be understood.According to these reports, U.S. President Donald Trump is pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to embrace the diplomatic path as the foundation for a possible agreement with Lebanon.Yet Israel does not appear convinced by any political or diplomatic solutions, and continues to prepare for a military operation, almost certainly postponed until the start of the new year. It continues to submit reports to the U.S., arguing for the need for a targeted strike against Hezbollah — one that would spare the Lebanese state and keep negotiations open.It is...
In a bid to prevent a military escalation, decision-making circles in Washington are working on a broad proposal aimed at securing an agreement between Lebanon and Israel. And it’s with this context in mind that the recent leaks relayed by American officials should be understood.According to these reports, U.S. President Donald Trump is pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to embrace the diplomatic path as the foundation for a possible agreement with Lebanon.Yet Israel does not appear convinced by any political or diplomatic solutions, and continues to prepare for a military operation, almost certainly postponed until the start of the new year. It continues to submit reports to the U.S., arguing for the need for a targeted strike against Hezbollah — one that would spare the Lebanese state and keep negotiations open.It...
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