Netanyahu could undermine Iran peace effort, US intelligence warns

Netanyahu could undermine Iran peace effort, US intelligence warns US intelligence agencies have warned the Trump administration that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may take actions that could undermine efforts to secure a lasting agreement with Iran, according to US officials. The assessment, reported by the Washington Post, reflects concerns that Netanyahu is facing growing political pressure at home to continue military operations in Lebanon despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran. According to the officials, intelligence reports indicate that Israel intends to maintain operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, a move that could conflict with a key provision of the emerging agreement calling for an end to hostilities there.