Iran says Israeli occupation in Lebanon would breach US deal

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Iran warned that an extended Israeli military presence in Lebanon would violate its Memorandum of Understanding with the United States, escalating rhetoric around the ongoing conflict. The statement reflects Tehran's concerns about regional stability and Israeli operations beyond its borders. Iran has previously used similar warnings to signal red lines in Middle Eastern disputes, though enforcement mechanisms remain unclear. The declaration comes amid broader tensions over Lebanon's sovereignty and the involvement of multiple regional and international actors in the conflict.