United States President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, threatening military action if Tehran fails to rein in armed groups in Lebanon that Washington believes are backed by the Iranian government.
In a statement released on Sunday, Trump said Iran must immediately halt the activities of its allied groups in Lebanon or face severe consequences. He warned that any further escalation could trigger a stronger response from the United States than previous actions taken against Iran.
The remarks come as diplomatic discussions aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East continue in Switzerland. Concerns have grown that renewed clashes involving Hezbollah could jeopardize ongoing peace efforts in the region.
Israeli authorities have also accused Hezbollah of undermining diplomatic initiatives through continued attacks, arguing that such actions are intended to increase Iranian influence in Lebanon and destabilize the area. Israel maintained that it would continue to respect the ceasefire as long as attacks from Hezbollah cease.
The latest developments follow reports of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, which was expected to help reduce hostilities along the Israel-Lebanon border after months of conflict.
The truce reportedly came after negotiations involving several international actors and was viewed as a significant step toward restoring calm in the region.
Trump’s warning comes shortly after a diplomatic agreement was announced between Washington and Tehran. The accord, known as the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, was designed to promote a peaceful resolution to tensions involving the United States, Iran and Israel.
The agreement outlined commitments from both sides, including measures aimed at easing regional tensions and improving diplomatic relations. Officials involved in the mediation process described the deal as an important breakthrough in efforts to avoid further conflict.
However, Trump’s latest comments have sparked concerns about whether recent diplomatic gains can be sustained as security challenges continue to emerge across the region.
