Israel reserves right to attack Lebanon despite US-Iran peace deal progress

Israel stated it reserves the right to continue military operations against regional threats including in Lebanon, even as the United States and Iran move closer to a peace agreement brokered by the US. The position creates potential friction with American diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region through the negotiations. Simultaneously, domestic Israeli criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's war strategy has intensified within the country. The stance underscores tensions between Israeli security priorities and broader US-led regional de-escalation efforts.