WATCH: JD Vance Says Israel Still Has the Right to Self Defense But Has to “Respect Peace Process” – Blasts Strikes on Civilians in Beirut: “That’s Not Acceptable”
Vice President JD Vance delivers a White House press briefing – June 18, 2026 Vice President JD Vance on Thursday reaffirmed that Israel still has the right to defend itself against Hezbollah, but warned against escalating the conflict, calling for Lebanon’s sovereignty to be “respected by all parties.” “The Israelis, just like everybody else, have to respect this peace process that is fundamentally good for