Amid rising 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 taking office, Israel's Channel 12 news reported. .
The Trump campaign's assurance comes as Israel considers a 60-day ceasefire with Hezbollah, a grace period until President Trump takes office and implements the changes he has promised. .
Sources said the Trump administration's commitment makes clear Israel's intention to temporarily suspend military operations, with the understanding that aid would be resumed without delay once President Trump takes office.
Anonymous Israeli officials confirmed the Israeli media report to Fox News Digital.
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The Israel Defense Forces said: “Soldiers continue to carry out limited and locally targeted raids in southern Lebanon, eliminating Hezbollah terrorists and dismantling terrorist infrastructure and weapons stockpiles above and below ground.” said. (IDF Spokesperson Unit)
Currently, U.S. regulations include embargoes on certain weapons and restrictions on various combat-related equipment, even if they do not include explosives. The embargo has affected Israel's defense capabilities, particularly as the military is currently engaged with active front lines in both Lebanon and Gaza, requiring strict controls over the use of ammunition and supplies.
This promise to lift all military supply restrictions from President Trump's first day in office will allow Israel to replenish its stockpile and ease current constraints. Israel aims to use the 60-day ceasefire to temporarily halt hostilities until a new government takes office, allowing it to resume full military operations if necessary without existing restrictions.
On Thursday, the U.S. ambassador to Lebanon submitted a draft ceasefire proposal to Lebanese parliament speaker Navi Berri to end fighting between the militant group Hezbollah and Israel, two political sources said without providing details. told Reuters.
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Former President Donald Trump (left) shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu while posing for a photo during a meeting at his Mar-a-Lago mansion in Palm Beach, Florida, on July 26, 2024. (Amos ben Gershom (GPO) / Handout/Anadolu, via Getty Images)
Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has increased military pressure in Lebanon, carrying out operations along the second line of villages to further reduce Hezbollah's capabilities, alongside airstrikes in Syria and Beirut's Dahiya district. is being developed.
Commenting on the ceasefire negotiations, IDF Spokesman Brigadier General Daniel Hagari said: “The IDF's role is to clear the terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon and ensure that Hezbollah cannot threaten Israeli citizens from there. This is our mission. It is an obligation, and we must create the following conditions.” It allows the political class to take diplomatic action. ”
Amit Segal, chief political analyst for Channel 12, who first reported the story, told Fox News Digital, “The Trump administration's commitment is to pursue a ceasefire in Lebanon, or take a more decisive action if necessary.” “Regardless of whether we take action, it gives Israel greater operational freedom.” With US support, there are no restrictions. ”
Israeli Defense Force tanks drive through the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza. (IDF Spokesperson Unit)
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Segal added that a ceasefire with Lebanon at this stage shows that Israel's northern objectives have been achieved, effectively dividing the northern and southern fronts. He clarified that while there may be progress towards peace in the north, this progress does not extend to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
FOX News Digital has asked the Trump transition team for comment on Ch.5. 12, but there was no response.
