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Trump, Netanyahu Discuss Lebanon Action, Iran Memorandum

5/24/2026

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On May 24, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call about a memorandum and right to act against Lebanon.
Netanyahu said Israel must act against Lebanese threats.
Trump pledged support and briefed Israel on a memorandum about Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
Israeli politician Benny Gantz warned that accepting a Lebanon ceasefire in the Iran deal would be a mistake.

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On May 24, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call about a memorandum and right to act against Lebanon.
Netanyahu said Israel must act against Lebanese threats.
Trump pledged support and briefed Israel on a memorandum about Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
Israeli politician Benny Gantz warned that accepting a Lebanon ceasefire in the Iran deal would be a mistake.