Israel and US interests diverge on possible negociation for end of war

24/03/2026 15:29 France 24

While U.S. President Donald Trump projects optimism that an end to the war with Iran can be negociated soon, Israel seems determined to keep up the fight. The possibility of the US ending or even withdrawing from the conflict poses a significant risk to Israel's own goals.

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