Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s seemingly stable relationship recently encountered a potential hiccup when photos surfaced of Ben affectionately hugging his ex, Jennifer Garner.

The images of Ben leaning his head towards Garner‘s shoulder inside a car stirred rumors of trouble in the relationship, famously known as “Bennifer.”

Reports suggest that Jennifer Lopez had a furious reaction upon seeing these photos, feeling blindsided by their emergence.

Affleck tries to reassure Jlo

However, Affleck has allegedly provided assurances that the interactions captured in the images were entirely innocent. Despite believing him, JLo hasn’t completely let go of her feelings of discomfort.

“JLo‘s absolutely furious and feels like she’s been blindsided by these pictures. Ben‘s been insisting they were completely innocent – and JLo does believe him – but he’s also been unrepentant,” a source told Closer Online.

“He keeps saying Jennifer‘s like his sister at this point and if JLo‘s going to get jealous and throw tantrums over a harmless cuddle, then the problem’s on her. It’s a real war of attrition here that’s threatening to blow up.”

The incident has raised questions about the ongoing dynamics within the high-profile relationship. While it has been several months since their rekindled romance began, this incident serves as a reminder that public scrutiny and the past can still affect their relationship.