The president scolded Israel, telling Prime Minister Netanyahu that he is prohibited from attacking Lebanon during the Cease-fire.
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That’s it. No more.
President Donald Trump had somber words for Israel as he made clear that the US is in charge during the 10-day cease-fire between the Jewish state and Lebanon.
“Israel will not be bombing Lebanon any longer. They are PROHIBITED from doing so by the U.S.A. Enough is enough!!!” the president wrote in a cuttingly worded Truth Social post Friday, according to a story by The New York Post.
On another matter, Trump also made it clear on a cash factor being part of the continuing discussions to end the war in Iran. As Axios reported, the US was considering releasing $20 billion in frozen Iranian funds in exchange for the besieged Islamic Republic surrendering its supply of enriched uranium.
“No money will exchange hands in any way, shape, or form,” he pledged.
“The deal is in no way subject to Lebanon, either, but the USA will, separately, work with Lebanon, and deal with the Hezboolah [sic] situation in an appropriate manner,” he wrote.
Trump’s scolding to Israel comes right after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country had more work to do to achieve its goal of “dismantling” Hezbollah.
“One hand holds a weapon; the other is extended for peace,” Netanyahu said in a video statement explaining Israel would honor the 10-day cease-fire at the behest of President Trump.
Nevertheless, he insinuated more battles ahead.
“I will say honestly, we have not yet finished the job,” Netanyahu added. “There are things we plan to do regarding the remaining rocket threat and the drone threat, which I will not detail.”
In addition, he admitted that eradicating the Iran-backed terror group would not be an overnight matter.
“This will not be achieved tomorrow. It requires sustained effort, patience, and careful navigation in the diplomatic arena.”
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