Amid escalating tensions between Hezbollah and Israel, President-elect Donald Trump has promised to lift all restrictions and delays on the supply of military equipment and ammunition to Israel immediately after his inauguration. This assurance from Trump's team comes as Israel considers a 60-day cease-fire with Hezbollah, providing a window until Trump takes office and implements the promised changes.
Sources indicate that this commitment from Trump's administration clarifies Israel's willingness to temporarily halt military actions, with the understanding that support will resume without delay once Trump is in office. Unnamed Israeli officials have confirmed the reports from Israeli media.
Currently, U.S. restrictions include an embargo on certain weapons shipments and limitations on various combat-related equipment, impacting Israel's defense capabilities. The pledge to lift all military supply restrictions from Trump's first day in office would allow Israel to replenish its stockpiles and alleviate current constraints.
The 60-day cease-fire aims to temporarily suspend hostilities until the new administration takes office, enabling a resumption of full military operations if necessary. The U.S. ambassador to Lebanon has submitted a draft truce proposal to halt fighting between Hezbollah and Israel.
Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are increasing military pressure in Lebanon to diminish Hezbollah's capabilities. IDF spokesperson Brigadier General Daniel Hagari emphasized the IDF's duty to clear out terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon and prevent threats to Israeli citizens.
The Trump administration's commitment grants Israel greater operational freedom, whether to pursue a cease-fire in Lebanon or to take more decisive action with U.S. backing and no restrictions. This development signals progress toward calm in the north but does not extend to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
