Morgan Ortagus

Lebanese elites have historically engaged with Zionism, exemplified by Antoun Sehnaoui's recent dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun advocated ending hostility with Israel, aligning with normalization efforts promoted in media and public discourse. The article highlights generational ties between Lebanese families and Zionist interests, including financial and political support.

Lebanese judicial authorities issued a 30-day arrest warrant for businessman Antoun Sehnaoui, accused of meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during Israel's war on Lebanon, violating the country's boycott law against Israel. A dinner hosted by Sehnaoui and former US envoy Morgan Ortagus in Washington, attended by Netanyahu, sparked social media outrage in Lebanon.

Former Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus warned that Iran may be using nuclear negotiations to delay and buy time while the Trump administration pauses military strikes. Ortagus argued the current administration has more leverage than predecessors in dealing with Iran and encouraged Trump not to fall into Iran's stalling tactics. The warning comes as Trump extends diplomatic talks while continuing pressure on Iran's nuclear program and regional activities.

Former Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus warns that Iran may be using nuclear negotiations to buy time and stall while preserving leverage. She encourages President Trump to avoid falling into what she describes as a typical Iranian negotiating tactic of prolonging talks. Ortagus expresses confidence in Trump's current negotiating team, arguing they have more leverage than previous administrations.

Lebanese banker Antoun Sehnaoui faces controversy after being praised by Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus for his support of Israel, despite ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Ortagus labeled Sehnaoui a 'committed Zionist,' sparking debate over his stance during the conflict.