Israeli Officials Say U.S. Is Pressuring Iran Not to Strike Back
Israeli officials said the United States is applying heavy behind-the-scenes pressure on Iran, after Israel’s strike in Beirut’s Dahieh district and Tehran’s threats to retaliate. According to the officials, Washington is worried that the diplomatic track could collapse if tensions escalate.
The reported U.S. effort is aimed at two goals: preventing an Iranian response to the strike in Dahieh, and getting Iran to order Hezbollah to stop firing at Israel. The officials did not provide details on how the pressure is being applied, but said it is taking place privately.
The comments reflect concern in Israel that any Iranian or Hezbollah retaliation could deepen the confrontation and undermine ongoing understandings. The article does not say whether Iran has changed its position or whether Hezbollah has altered its fire.
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