Israel seeks U.S. backing to avert permanent Iran foothold in Syria

By Matt Spetalnick and Mark HosenballWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Israel is seeking an "understanding" with the Trump administration that Iran must not be allowed to establish a permanent military foothold in Syria, Israel'sintelligence minister told Reuters on Wednesday.In an interview, visiting Intelligence Minister Yisrael Katz said he was also using his meetings with White House officials and key lawmakers to press for further U.S. sanctions on Iran and the Iranian-backed Lebanese militia Hezbolla