Trump: "The Attack on Beirut Should Not Have Happened"

Rising Tensions in the Middle East Ahead of US-Iran MOU

U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly expressed concern over Israel's airstrike on Beirut, urging restraint from further military action as a peace agreement with Iran appears imminent.

On June 14 (local time), President Trump stated on Truth Social, "This morning's attack on Beirut should not have happened," adding, "This is especially true because today is a very special day when we are incredibly close to a peace agreement with Iran."

U.S. President Donald Trump. Truth Social

While acknowledging Israel's right to self-defense, he questioned the necessity of the latest airstrike. President Trump emphasized, "Israel has the right to defend itself against threats," but also stated, "However, the threat that this attack responded to was very minor and insignificant, and there were no injuries or fatalities." He further stressed the importance of continuing diplomatic negotiations, saying, "Such actions must not disrupt this critical process."

President Trump claimed that the United States and Iran are close to reaching an agreement that could be a turning point for peace in the Middle East. He said, "We are very close to an agreement that will bring peace to the region," adding, "This includes Lebanon as well."

He also called on all parties to immediately de-escalate tensions. President Trump warned, "All sides must step back," and stated, "Israel must not carry out any further attacks anywhere in Lebanon, and at the same time, no forces—including Hezbollah—should attack Israel."

He emphasized that the current crisis should instead serve as an opportunity to establish lasting peace. He said, "This could be the beginning of a long and beautiful peace," and appealed, "Let's not squander this opportunity."

Meanwhile, on the same day, Iran announced that it was conveying its detailed requirements for the ceasefire agreement to the United States through the Qatari mediation team. However, Iran maintains its position that it will not rush to sign the agreement unless its core demands are fully reflected in the final accord.

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