Trump Calls for Calm as Beirut Attack Threatens Iran Peace Deal
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US President Donald Trump has urged all parties to exercise restraint following the recent attack on Beirut, saying the escalation comes at a critical moment when a peace agreement with Iran is within reach. In a post on Truth Social, he said the Israeli strike should not have taken place, stressing that the incident Israel responded to was minor and caused no casualties or injuries. Trump stated that while Israel has the right to protect itself from security threats, such actions should not derail ongoing diplomatic efforts. He expressed confidence that an agreement could help bring stability across the region, including Lebanon. Calling for de-escalation, he said there should be an immediate halt to Israeli military action inside Lebanon, while also urging all other groups, including Hezbollah, to stop carrying out attacks against Israel. He described the current moment as a rare opportunity for lasting peace in the Middle East, warning that continued hostilities could jeopardise progress toward what he called a potentially historic agreement. Iran Reviews Draft Agreement as Peace Deal Faces Delay