"Trump Weighs in on Mideast Tensions: Former US President Calls for Caution from Israel's Netanyahu. In a surprising statement, Donald Trump has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to exercise greater restraint in its dealings with Lebanon, sparking fresh concerns about the volatile Middle East situation. The comments come as tensions between Israel and Lebanon continue to escalate, with both sides trading accusations and rhetoric. As the region teeters on the brink of conflict, Trump's intervention is set to send shockwaves through diplomatic circles and raise questions about the US's stance on the issue."


Speaking on Tuesday, Trump said Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu needed "to be more responsible with respect to Lebanon".