Woofun AI reports that US President Trump recently directed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to initiate the redeployment of military forces from Syria and to pursue similar withdrawals in Lebanon. Trump argued that Israeli presence in Syrian-controlled zones heightens regional tensions, stating, "They don't want you there, you should redeploy."

Netanyahu countered by emphasizing the necessity of a security buffer zone along the border. The Trump administration has spent months advocating for a new security arrangement involving a gradual Israeli withdrawal from territories held since the Assad regime's collapse in late 2024.

Concurrently, the US is mediating ceasefire framework discussions for Lebanon, though disagreements persist regarding withdrawal timelines.