A senior US official said the issue of continuing the fighting in Lebanon came up during a phone call between US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu last night during Trump's update on the ceasefire with Iran, via Axios
- Netanyahu raised the issue of Lebanon and Trump did not express opposition to continuing the fighting against Hezbollah.
Context
This news highlights a potential escalation in conflict involving Lebanon, specifically regarding Hezbollah, which could lead to increased instability in the region. The lack of opposition from President Trump suggests U.S. support for continued military action, which may have significant implications for oil prices and overall market sentiment, particularly for affected currencies and regional equities.
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