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Trump 'not happy' with Netanyahu's conduct in Lebanon

From Naharnet · () English

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  • Former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with how Israel has handled its engagement with Lebanon and Hezbollah.
  • Trump stated he was "not happy" with Israel's conduct, particularly regarding the ongoing conflict.
  • He also commented that Israel has been fighting Hezbollah for too long, resulting in significant casualties.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump voiced his displeasure with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach to the conflict with Hezbollah. Trump told reporters that he was "not happy with the way Israel has handled themselves with Lebanon and with Hezbollah." While he did not believe an Israeli attack on Hezbollah would necessarily derail a potential agreement, his criticism highlighted concerns over the prolonged fighting and its human cost. Trump specifically noted that "Israel’s fighting Hezbollah too long, and too many people are being killed." The comments come amid escalating tensions and continued strikes between Israel and Hezbollah, which have resulted in a substantial number of civilian casualties and widespread displacement since the conflict began in March. Trump's remarks suggest a divergence in perspective regarding the strategy and duration of Israel's military operations in the region.

I am not happy with the way Israel has handled themselves with Lebanon and with Hezbollah.

— Donald TrumpSpeaking to reporters about Israel's conduct in the conflict with Hezbollah.
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