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Trump confirms profanity-laced Netanyahu call over Lebanon

Trump confirms profanity-laced Netanyahu call over Lebanon

Summary

President Donald Trump confirmed he strongly criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a phone call about the situation in Lebanon. Trump told Netanyahu to stop the fighting and warned against bombing Beirut, which Netanyahu then canceled.

Key Facts

  • President Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and used strong language to criticize his actions in Lebanon.
  • Trump said Netanyahu was "fucking crazy" and that he would be in prison if not for Trump.
  • The call came after Iran threatened to end talks with the U.S. because of Israel’s actions in Lebanon.
  • Trump warned that bombing Beirut would hurt Israel’s global standing and urged Netanyahu to stand down.
  • Netanyahu canceled the plan to bomb Beirut following the call.
  • Trump announced a new ceasefire after the call.
  • U.S. officials described Trump as angry and frustrated during the conversation.
  • Trump stated he still likes Netanyahu and has worked well with him despite the disagreement.
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