Beirut, Lebanon. U.S. President Donald Trump called on Israel and Hezbollah to stop attacking each other after an Israeli strike in Beirut, saying the attack should not have happened.
Trump comments on Beirut strike
Trump said Israel had the right to defend itself against threats, but described the attack it responded to as very small and meaningless. He said nobody was hurt or killed and that it should not disrupt an important process.
Call to halt further attacks
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said there should be no more attacks by Israel anywhere in Lebanon. He also said there should be no more attacks by any other party, including Hezbollah, against Israel.
Reference to Iran deal
Trump said a deal with Iran was close and would bring peace to the region, including to Lebanon.
