President Trump reportedly accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being “fucking crazy” for escalating military operations in Lebanon during a recent phone call, according to multiple U.S. officials and sources briefed on the conversation. The remarks came amid heightened tensions over Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, with Trump allegedly stating Netanyahu would be in prison without his intervention.
The reported exchange occurred after Iran threatened to withdraw from negotiations regarding Israel’s actions in Lebanon. During the call, Trump repeatedly criticized Netanyahu’s recent military strategy, claiming it risked further isolating Israel globally and accusing him of ingratitude. One source described Trump’s exact words: “You’re fucking crazy. You’d be in prison if it weren’t for me.” Another account noted Trump becoming “pissed” and yelling, “What the fuck are you doing?”
Trump reportedly informed Netanyahu that he had persuaded the Israeli leader to halt planned strikes on Beirut after their conversation, adding that Netanyahu’s forces had “turned their troops around.” The president also claimed he facilitated a temporary agreement with Hezbollah to cease attacks, though he later stated Israel would continue operations in southern Lebanon.