Trump Expresses Frustration with Netanyahu Over Israeli Military Actions in Lebanon
Deeply frustrated Trump lashes out at Netanyahu over Lebanon attacks, uses F-word: Report

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US President Donald Trump expressed significant frustration during a tense phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, criticizing Israel's military response to Hezbollah attacks. Trump warned that Israel's actions were fueling international animosity, stating, 'Everybody hates you now.'
- 01Trump criticized Netanyahu for a disproportionate military response to Hezbollah, particularly targeting entire buildings for a single commander.
- 02He expressed concern that Israel's actions were increasing global hostility towards the country.
- 03During the call, Trump reportedly yelled, 'What the f* are you doing?' at Netanyahu.
- 04Netanyahu's office maintained that Israel's stance remained unchanged despite Trump's objections.
- 05The conversation was described as one of the most tense exchanges between Trump and Netanyahu since his second term began.
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During a tense phone call on June 2, 2020, US President Donald Trump criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for Israel's military actions in Lebanon, which Trump deemed excessive in response to Hezbollah attacks. A US official reported that Trump was particularly frustrated with the destruction of entire buildings to target individual Hezbollah commanders. He warned Netanyahu that such actions were leading to increased international hostility towards Israel, stating, 'Everybody hates you now.' The call escalated to the point where Trump yelled, 'What the f* are you doing?' at Netanyahu. Following the conversation, Netanyahu's office reaffirmed Israel's position, indicating no change in strategy. However, sources indicated that Trump had effectively dominated the discussion. Trump later shared on Truth Social that Netanyahu had altered military plans based on his requests, emphasizing the ongoing diplomatic engagement with Iran despite the tensions with Israel.
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