Iran War Update: Trump Says Netanyahu Should Be More Responsible With Lebanon

Summary

President Trump criticizes Israel's handling of the conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, urging Prime Minister Netanyahu to be more responsible. He suggests that Syria could better manage Hezbollah and expresses concern that the prolonged conflict could undermine the broader Iran deal. Trump also reflects on his past role in Syria and his relationship with Netanyahu.

• Trump says Israel should let Syria handle Hezbollah instead of continuing a prolonged war.
• He criticizes the scale of Israeli attacks and calls for more responsibility regarding Lebanon.
• Trump claims credit for his role in Syria and states the current Syrian leader is effective against Hezbollah.
• He warns that the ongoing conflict could cast a negative light on the 'big deal' with Iran.
• Trump expresses frustration that Israel has not been able to finish the job faster.
• He states he maintains a good relationship with Netanyahu but demands more restraint.
• Lebanon is described as once being a great country now devastated by the conflict.