US Rules Out Renewed Israeli-Lebanon War, Focuses on Economic Cooperation: Report
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Axios reports that the U.S. government does not foresee Israel resuming warfare in Lebanon. Citing several informed officials and sources, Axios detailed Washington’s optimism that the Naqoura meeting between representatives from Israel and Lebanon will contribute to reducing tensions along the two countries’ borders.
An American official reportedly claimed that the Trump administration believed the assassination of a Hezbollah military commander had created more political leeway for Israel, delaying a large-scale operation in Lebanon. According to the official, the U.S. government does not anticipate a renewed Israeli war in the coming weeks.
Another informed source told Axios that U.S. Special Envoy Morgan Ortagus, along with Israeli and Lebanese diplomats, held a meeting in Naqoura, primarily focused on initial familiarization. The source added that the most important topic at the meeting was economic cooperation, particularly in the reconstruction of southern Lebanon.
Another U.S. official told Axios that Washington’s plan includes creating a “Trump Economic Zone” along the Lebanese-Israeli border, free from Hezbollah’s presence. A source informed Axios that both sides agreed to hold another meeting before the New Year to present economic proposals for building mutual trust.
One U.S. official emphasized that all parties agree that disarming Hezbollah remains the primary goal, and the Lebanese, American, and Israeli armies will continue this effort within the framework of a cessation of hostilities mechanism.
