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Could Israel's actions jeopardize Middle East peace deal?

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June 16, 2026

Both Iran and the US are celebrating their tentative peace deal. But while Iran insists on Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon as part of the deal, Israel's prime minister seems to show little willingness to do so.

Iran and the United States are both celebrating their tentative agreement to end the war in the Middle East. But with a formal signing ceremony expected just days from now, very little is known about the contents of the agreement.

US President Donald Trump is adamant Iran will not have a nuclear weapon and the Strait of Hormuz will open by Friday. Meanwhile, Iran is insisting that Israel withdraw from southern Lebanon as part of the deal.

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