Iran-US war latest: Trump’s peace deal in jeopardy after Israel strikes Beirut in breach of ceasefire

Israel’s military struck Hezbollah infrastructure in Beirut’s southern suburbs on Saturday, targeting a command center in response to three projectiles fired toward northern Israel. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed the attack was precise and minimized civilian harm, though it escalated tensions in Lebanon, where Iran has demanded an end to fighting as a condition for any US peace deal. The strike jeopardizes Donald Trump’s planned peace agreement with Iran, originally set for signing on Sunday. Trump had announced the deal would secure the Strait of Hormuz for all nations and improve US-Iran relations, though he warned of an 'ultimate alternative' if negotiations fail. Iran’s foreign ministry now says it must proceed cautiously, leaving the deal’s fate uncertain. A senior Iranian official revealed the draft agreement covers nuclear work and Strait of Hormuz access, with the US agreeing to pause new sanctions until a final deal is reached. Trump will meet Middle Eastern leaders, including Egypt, Qatar, and the UAE, at the G7 summit in France on Monday to discuss the crisis. The escalation follows months of conflict, with Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel triggering retaliatory strikes. Trump’s administration is reportedly rushing to finalize the deal before the summit, though Israel’s latest action complicates diplomatic efforts. The US and Iranian leaders had previously signaled optimism, with Trump claiming the relationship would be 'much different and better' than past administrations. However, the Beirut strike has reignited concerns over stability in the region, particularly as Iran insists on a ceasefire before broader negotiations proceed.