Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Trump says Israeli strikes on Lebanon a 'separate skirmish' not part of Iran ceasefire

Trump says Israeli strikes on Lebanon a 'separate skirmish' not part of Iran ceasefire

Summary

President Trump described the Israeli strikes on Lebanon as a separate conflict not related to the ceasefire the U.S. has with Iran. The comments were made during a phone call with a reporter on Wednesday morning.

Key Facts

  • President Trump spoke with a White House Correspondent named Liz Landers.
  • The conversation happened over the phone on Wednesday morning.
  • Israel is conducting military strikes on Lebanon.
  • The U.S. has a ceasefire agreement with Iran in place.
  • President Trump said the Israeli actions in Lebanon are not part of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire.

Source Information