Israel and Iran harden stances on Lebanon pullout, risking Trump’s deal (opens original article in a new tab)

Israel and Iran escalate tensions over Lebanon's southern border, with Iran threatening to void a US-Iran deal if Israel doesn't withdraw, while Israel insists on maintaining its military presence against Hezbollah threats.

• Iran warns that continued IDF presence in southern Lebanon could nullify the US-Iran memorandum of understanding
• Israel refuses to withdraw from southern Lebanon, citing threats from Hezbollah
• US and Iran plan to meet for nuclear talks, but Iran links progress to Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon
• IDF advances deeper into Lebanon, expanding its security zone