President Donald Trump on Sunday made it clear he's not happy about the latest Israeli strike on Beirut. In a post on Truth Social, he warned that further attacks could mess up what he says is a nearly finished peace agreement with Iran.
Trump acknowledged Israel's right to defend itself, but noted the attack it responded to was minor—no casualties reported. He stressed that such actions shouldn't get in the way of the peace process.
"There should be no more attacks by Israel anywhere in Lebanon, but there should also be no more attacks by any other party, including Hezbollah, against Israel," he said.
According to Trump, the region is on the verge of a peace deal that could benefit Lebanon and surrounding areas. He urged all parties, including Hezbollah, to hold fire.
"This could be the beginning of a long and beautiful peace — Let's not blow it!" he said.
The potential peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran is a big deal. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the deal could be finalized within 24 hours, ending over three months of conflict that has rattled global energy supplies. The White House wants Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and curb its nuclear program, while Iran wants control over the waterway and access to frozen funds.
Trump announced the deal was set to be signed on Sunday, which would immediately open the Strait of Hormuz to all. That's expected to ease the global energy market, which has been disrupted and caused inflation worries.
But Iran has pushed back against the proposed deadline, saying it's still reviewing the terms. That uncertainty could unsettle oil markets, which have been sensitive to the negotiations.
So, the ball is in Iran's court. The region—and the world—is watching closely.
