US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that fresh attacks between Israel and Iran would not derail his administration’s efforts to secure a peace agreement with Tehran, declaring that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “doesn’t call the shots.”
The remarks came after Israel carried out strikes near Beirut and Iran responded by launching a barrage of missiles at Israeli targets, raising fears that ongoing US-Iran negotiations could collapse.
Trump insisted that peace talks remain on track despite the escalation.
Trump Pressures Israel
According to reports, Trump has repeatedly urged Israel to avoid actions that could jeopardise negotiations with Iran.
He reportedly told Netanyahu during a phone call that the two sides were “close to doing something good in terms of a deal” and urged restraint.
The comments expose growing public differences between Washington and Jerusalem over how to handle the conflict.
Missiles, Oil Prices And Regional Risks
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they targeted the Ramat David air base in northern Israel, while Israeli forces said most incoming missiles were intercepted.
The latest exchange pushed oil prices higher, with Brent crude rising above $95 a barrel amid concerns over regional stability and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran has warned that any agreement with Washington must also include a lasting ceasefire in Lebanon, where Israel continues operations against Hezbollah.
Peace Talks Continue
Despite the renewed violence, Trump maintained that a deal remains close and reiterated his demand that Iran never obtain a nuclear weapon.
Negotiators continue to discuss sanctions relief, regional security issues and maritime access, though major disagreements remain.
(with inputs from Reuters)
