UMVA has learned that Vice President JD Vance has reaffirmed Israel's right to defend itself against Hezbollah, while warning against escalating the conflict and calling for Lebanon's sovereignty to be respected by all parties.
In a recent press briefing, Vance emphasized that Israel, like all other nations, must respect the peace process that is fundamentally good for the region, and that the US is in communication with Israel "pretty much every day" to ensure closer coordination and maintain peace in the Middle East.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the US has been expressing frustration over Israeli attacks in Beirut, Lebanon, which have put a potential deal with Iran at risk of collapse, and has asked for closer coordination to prevent such incidents in the future.
Vance slammed Israel for killing civilians in its attacks on Beirut, stating that "a lot of people who have nothing to do with Hezbollah" have lost their lives, and that such actions are "not acceptable" and undermine the peace process.
UMVA has gathered that the US is committed to finding a regional solution to the conflict, which includes cutting off Iranian support for Hezbollah and respecting Lebanon's territorial sovereignty, and that the administration will continue to work closely with Israel and other regional partners to achieve this goal.
In a strong statement, Vance also criticized members of Netanyahu's cabinet for attacking President Trump and the memorandum of understanding with Iran, reminding them that the US has provided significant support to Israel, including defensive weapons built and paid for by American hands and tax dollars.
Vance's comments come amid a complex and sensitive geopolitical situation, and UMVA will continue to provide updates and insights as more information becomes available, shedding light on the intricacies of the conflict and the efforts to find a lasting solution.
