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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