U.S. President Donald Trump has urged restraint across the Middle East after Iran warned that an Israeli strike on Beirut could jeopardize a fragile peace agreement between Washington and Tehran. The comments came as diplomats reported that negotiations aimed at ending months of conflict were closer than ever to a breakthrough.
Writing on social media, Trump criticized the Israeli attack on Beirut’s southern suburbs, saying it “should not have happened” at a moment when a peace deal with Iran appeared within reach. He argued that the incident Israel responded to was relatively minor and should not be allowed to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts. Trump also called on both Israel and Hezbollah to halt further attacks, warning that renewed violence could threaten regional stability.
The Israeli strike reportedly targeted Hezbollah positions in Beirut after rockets and drones were launched toward northern Israel. Lebanese authorities said several people were killed and injured in the attack, while Iran strongly condemned the operation and questioned whether the United States could fulfill its commitments under the proposed agreement.
Iranian officials warned that the Beirut strike could undermine trust in the negotiation process. Tehran’s representatives argued that continued Israeli military actions raise doubts about Washington’s ability to guarantee the terms of any future deal. Some Iranian leaders even suggested there would be little reason to continue talks if such attacks persist.
Despite the tensions, Trump remained optimistic that an agreement could still be finalized. He described the potential accord as a pathway to broader regional peace, including greater stability in Lebanon and the reopening of key trade routes. “This could be the beginning of a long and beautiful peace,” Trump said, adding a final plea to all parties: “Let’s not blow it.”
