In a recent statement to U.S. news portal Axios, a U.S. official expressed concerns about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu potentially removing Defense Minister Yoav Gallant during a critical time of conflict in Gaza and escalating tensions with Lebanon.
U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein advised Netanyahu against triggering a broader conflict with Lebanon, discouraging the notion of a full-scale war with Hezbollah that could lead to further regional turmoil.
The U.S. envoy emphasized the importance of seeking a diplomatic resolution in Lebanon, possibly in conjunction with ceasefire efforts in Gaza, to avoid a prolonged and potentially devastating conflict with Hezbollah.