Trump and Netanyahu Speak by Phone After Israeli Strikes Targeting Hezbollah in Beirut
President Trump spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on June 2, 2026, following Israeli strikes on Beirut earlier that day.
SemaforPresident Trump spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on June 2, 2026, after Israeli strikes on Beirut earlier that day. " He also said, "You'd be in prison if it weren't for me. I'm saving your ass.
Everybody hates you now. " Axios first reported the remarks, citing people familiar with the conversation. The same account described Trump as "pissed" during the discussion. Semafor reported that Trump called Netanyahu "fucking crazy" and told him that "everyone hates Israel" because of its aggression.
Israel has backed off plans to strike Beirut. Israel says its actions are efforts to target Hezbollah. Netanyahu struck a defiant note after the events.
U.S. peace talks with Iran, with Tehran insisting that any ceasefire with Washington must include Israel's operations in Lebanon.
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