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Trump presses Syria to take on Hezbollah, raising alarm in Lebanon and Israel

US policy shifts focus toward Syria as a potential actor against Hezbollah amid regional military escalations.

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This story first appeared in 🇮🇹 Italian coverage — 14 hours before PULSE detected it in English news.

🇬🇧 English Jun 28, 12:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Italian Jun 27, 22:08 UTC · il manifesto

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The brief

Donald Trump has pressured Syria to take action against Hezbollah, a development occurring alongside ongoing US-Iran strikes. The geopolitical push seeks to utilize the Syrian government to address the militant group's presence.

Coverage from AP News, The Hindu, The Indian Express, Middle East Eye, and Al Majalla highlights significant apprehension in both Lebanon and Israel. Reports indicate that Damascus has initiated efforts to reassure Beirut regarding the implications of this policy shift.

Future developments remain dependent on the Syrian response to this pressure. It is currently unclear how Damascus will navigate its security relationship with Hezbollah while under these external demands.

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Quick answers

What is the primary objective of this US policy shift?

The policy involves pressing Syria to take action against Hezbollah.

How have regional neighbors reacted?

Lebanon and Israel have expressed alarm, with Damascus reportedly working to reassure Beirut.

Are there other concurrent conflicts?

Yes, coverage notes that these developments are occurring amid fresh US-Iran strikes.

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Donald Trump Syria Hezbollah Lebanon Israel US-Iran

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