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Israel's recent attack in Lebanon was "too much," Trump says

Israel's recent attack in Lebanon was "too much," Trump says

Summary

President Donald Trump criticized Israel's recent airstrikes in Lebanon, calling them excessive and badly timed just before a ceasefire deal with Iran was to be signed. He said he has a good relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but urged Israel to act more responsibly.

Key Facts

  • President Trump attended the G7 summit in France when he made his comments.
  • Israel launched strikes on a Hezbollah command center in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • The strikes happened just hours before a ceasefire agreement with Iran was set to be signed in Switzerland.
  • Iran said the Israeli attack could harm the ceasefire deal.
  • Trump described the attack as "vicious" and "too much."
  • Trump said Israel has been fighting Hezbollah too long and suggested Syria might handle Hezbollah better.
  • Trump says his efforts have been essential for Israel’s security.
  • Israeli officials said they expect troops to stay in Lebanon despite the deal, but Iran disagrees.
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