Netanyahu has no f**king judgment : Trump

Darwin, 15 June : US President Donald Trump has reportedly expressed strong anger toward Israel following an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) strike on a Hezbollah target in Beirut, an incident that has further complicated ongoing efforts toward a potential US-Iran agreement.

According to reports, Trump sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying he “has no f**king judgment.” The remarks were made in the context of growing frustration over the Beirut strike, which Trump believed could disrupt delicate diplomatic negotiations involving Iran.

Trump also stated that Israel should halt all military operations not only in Beirut but across the entirety of Lebanon, raising concerns within Israeli political and security circles about potential limits on Israel’s military freedom of action under a prospective US-brokered understanding with Iran.

Posting on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said the Beirut strike should not have taken place, especially at a moment when a peace deal with Iran was reportedly close to completion. He claimed the agreement was “very close” to being signed, possibly within days, although Iranian officials have indicated that no final decision has yet been made.

The US president emphasized that while Israel has the right to defend itself, the attack it was responding to was “very small and meaningless,” adding that no casualties were reported and that it should not jeopardize broader peace efforts.

Trump further argued that the United States, Iran, and other involved parties were nearing a major peace framework that could bring stability to the entire Middle East, including Lebanon, and urged all sides to de-escalate tensions.

Draft provisions of the reported agreement allegedly include a halt to Israeli military operations across Lebanon, not just Beirut, alongside broader regional security arrangements backed by Washington. However, Israeli officials reportedly insist they would only agree to limit operations in Beirut while continuing activity in southern Lebanon.

In a phone call later reported by US media, Trump allegedly reiterated his anger directly to Netanyahu, again using explicit language and blaming him for the escalation. He said he was “very pissed off” and questioned why the strike was carried out at such a sensitive diplomatic moment.

Trump also claimed that the Beirut strike delayed the signing of the Iran deal by several hours, stating that the agreement had been scheduled for imminent signing before the incident disrupted the timeline.

The situation has reportedly caused concern within Israel’s leadership, with officials warning that US pressure could significantly restrict Israeli military operations in Lebanon if a broader agreement with Iran is finalized.

Meanwhile, some US lawmakers, including Senator Lindsey Graham, defended Israel’s security concerns, arguing that Hezbollah’s continued attacks necessitate a strong response.

At the same time, Washington officials have reportedly urged Israel not to escalate tensions further, while diplomatic efforts continue to prevent a wider regional conflict. Reports also suggest that Iran may be preparing a response against Israel, with heightened military alertness and temporary airspace restrictions in parts of the country.