He It moves again at full speed. has announced that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended for three more weeks, after a new round of negotiations in the White House. The decision comes just as the region is on the verge of a new escalation, with Israel pending a possible offensive against Iran.
The announcement was made by the president himself through his Truth Social network, where he described the meeting as a resounding success: “The meeting went very well! The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended for THREE WEEKS.” The initial truce, of just ten days, expired on April 26.
A truce that seeks to avoid total collapse
It aims to stop an escalation that in recent days has put any attempt at stability in the area in check. Washington seeks to buy time and consolidate a diplomatic process that, for now, remains extremely fragile.
Key figures from the environment have participated in the meetings. Trumpsuch as Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State in addition to direct representatives of both countries. The objective: move towards a more lasting agreement that prevents a new outbreak of violence.
Israel eyes Iran as it keeps up pressure
However, while trying to maintain the truce with Lebanon, Israel’s strategic focus continues to point to Iran. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has made it clear that the country is ready to take another step.
According to his statements, Israel hopes “the green light” from the United States to “resume the war” and complete the offensive against the Iranian regime. A message that shows that the current truce does not imply, by any means, a general de-escalation of the conflict.
Hormuz, the key point of the global pulse
In parallel, it continues to be one of the great axes of tension. Trump has claimed that the United States is “in total control” of this strategic route through which a fundamental part of the world’s oil passes.
The president has gone further and has ordered the Marina act forcefully: any vessel attempting to lay mines will be “shot and eliminated.” In addition, it has confirmed that demining teams are already operating in the area.
The unknown about leadership in Iran
Another element that adds uncertainty is the internal situation in Iran. Trump has assured that the country “is having a lot of difficulty determining who his leader is,” in reference to the supreme leader’s lack of public appearances and doubts about his status.
This power vacuum, real or perceived, adds pressure to a conflict that is already moving on multiple simultaneous fronts.
Diplomacy against the clock in a volatile scenario
The expansion of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon It represents a temporary oxygen cylinder, but it does not solve the underlying problem. The region remains trapped in an extremely precarious balance, where any movement can trigger a new escalation.
While diplomacy tries to make its way into Washingtonon the ground the tension remains intact. And with Iran at the center of the board, the feeling is clear: the truce is just a pause… not the end of the conflict.
