US-Iran nuclear deal in question as Israel strikes Lebanon, Trump warns
President Donald Trump warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to "blow it" after Israeli air strikes on Beirut put the long-trailed US-Iran nuclear deal back in doubt. CNBC reports Tehran has signaled talks could be suspended if Israeli attacks continue.
Trump said the US-Iran agreement scheduled to be signed on Sunday has been thrown into doubt by Israeli air strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. In a social media post, the president urged Netanyahu "not to blow it" and stressed that the diplomatic track must be preserved.
CNBC reports Tehran has warned the talks could be suspended if the attacks continue. Iranian officials argue Washington must restrain Israel for any signing to proceed, while the White House insists the process remains alive and is being managed at the highest level.
Energy markets reacted cautiously. Brent crude is trading above $84 a barrel and analysts say a renewed regional escalation could push prices toward $90. This is not investment advice.
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