Trump demands Israel stop strikes on Lebanon

President Trump posted on Truth Social that Israel is prohibited from bombing Lebanon, surprising Israeli officials.

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President Donald Trump has stated on Truth Social that Israel is prohibited from bombing Lebanon, according to a report by Kan News. Senior Israeli officials were reportedly surprised by this public declaration, which appears to restrict Israel's military actions in the ongoing conflict. This follows Trump's earlier demands for Israel to stop strikes on Lebanon, indicating a consistent U.S. stance under his administration. The post adds to the complex diplomatic dynamics in the region, with Israel and Hezbollah engaged in hostilities.

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Trump explicitly stated Israel is 'prohibited' from bombing Lebanon in a Truth Social post, and Israeli officials were surprised by this.

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e/eineurope · topic · T-00219cycle Friday, 17 April 2026 at 16:32 UTC · first reported 17 Apr