US President Donald Trump has sparked regional concern after suggesting that Syria could take on the Iran-backed Hezbollah group in Lebanon, a proposal that has unsettled political leaders in both Lebanon and Israel. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions in the region and shifting dynamics in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.

Trump has reportedly argued that Syria’s new leadership—led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa, who came to power after overthrowing Bashar al-Assad—could be more effective in confronting Hezbollah than Israel’s military operations. His comments have been described as part of a broader frustration with the prolonged conflict and rising civilian casualties in Lebanon.

However, Syrian President al-Sharaa has firmly rejected any intention of intervening in Lebanon against Hezbollah, stating that Syria’s priority is internal stability and reconstruction after years of civil war. He has also said Trump’s remarks were misinterpreted, clarifying that Damascus is not seeking military confrontation but rather regional stability and economic recovery.

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Despite Syria’s denial, Trump has reportedly reiterated his position, suggesting that Syria could play a role in addressing Hezbollah’s presence. The proposal has raised concerns in Lebanon, where political factions fear escalation, and in Israel, which views Syria’s new government with suspicion due to its Islamist leadership and shifting alliances in the region.

Regional tensions are further complicated by overlapping interests involving Israel, Iran, and Turkey, all of which have stakes in Syria’s post-Assad political landscape. Israeli security officials are reportedly monitoring developments closely, particularly given Israel’s continued military presence in parts of southern Syria and its ongoing confrontation with Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Experts and regional analysts have questioned the feasibility of Trump’s suggestion, citing Syria’s internal instability, fragile institutions, and ongoing recovery challenges after years of war. They also warn that any external military involvement by Syria could risk reigniting sectarian tensions and destabilising an already volatile region.

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