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Israel Seeks U.S. Approval for Expanded Military Operations in Beirut

May 31, 2026
Israel Lebanon military operations
Israel Lebanon military operations

Israel has submitted formal requests to the United States for authorization to broaden its military campaign to include Beirut, with operations centered on aerial strikes against the Lebanese capital.

According to an Israeli source, the Trump administration has demonstrated increased receptiveness to the proposal, suggesting a more accommodating stance toward the expansion of military activities in the region.

The development marks an escalation in discussions between Israeli and American officials regarding the scope and geographic reach of ongoing military operations.

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