Beirut Strikes Escalate Tensions
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Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, targeting Hezbollah, have drawn condemnation from Iran, the UN, and former US President Donald Trump, who criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's judgment. Iran has warned of an imminent response, while the strikes occur amid crucial US-Iran peace talks and a potential ceasefire violation.
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U.S. President Donald Trump strongly condemned Israel's recent airstrike on the outskirts of Beirut, Lebanon. In a statement posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump declared that the attack "should never have taken place," particularly emphasizing its timing on a day when a peace agreement with Iran was reportedly nearing finalization. Trump characterized the Israeli strike as unn…
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Iran Warns of Imminent Response to Israeli Strike on Hezbollah in Beirut
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Trump Says Iran Deal Could Be Signed Within Hours, Urges Calm After Beirut Strike
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Trump urges Israel to stop Lebanon strikes, calls for de-escalation amid Iran peace talks
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