Trump says Israel's Lebanon war taking 'too long' and Syria could do 'better job' (opens original article in a new tab)

US President Trump criticized Israel's war in Lebanon for being too prolonged and causing excessive civilian casualties, suggesting Syria could handle Hezbollah more effectively, though Syria has rejected such proposals. He also criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's approach to the conflict.

• Trump criticized Israel's prolonged war in Lebanon, stating it is taking too long and causing excessive civilian casualties
• Trump suggested Syria could handle Hezbollah more effectively than Israel, a proposal Syria has rejected
• Trump praised Syrian President Al Shara's leadership and claimed Syria would do a better job against Hezbollah than Israel
• Syrian officials denied any interest in a military role in Lebanon, emphasizing support for Lebanese state institutions over military intervention
• Trump criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for Israel's handling of the conflict in Lebanon and Hezbollah