Israel's stance on Lebanon ceasefire complicates U.S.-Iran deal

NPR | By Carrie Kahn,

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Published June 16, 2026 at 5:41 AM CDT

The U.S.-Iran agreement hinges on Israel accepting a ceasefire in Lebanon, something it is reluctant to do.

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