Former United States President Donald Trump confirmed that he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy” during a recent phone conversation, as Washington continues efforts to reduce tensions in the Middle East.
Reports earlier claimed that Trump strongly criticized Netanyahu during the call and warned him that Israel’s ongoing military actions had damaged its international image. According to those reports, Trump told Netanyahu, “You are acting like a madman. If it were not for me, you would already be in prison. I have protected you all this time, but now the whole world is beginning to hate Israel because of your actions.”
Trump Calls for Immediate End to Conflict.
During a media interview, Trump admitted that he made the controversial remarks. However, he insisted that he did not speak out of anger. Trump explained that the continued clashes involving Israel and Lebanon deeply troubled him and pushed him to speak directly to Netanyahu.
Trump also stressed the urgent need to end the conflict and prevent further escalation in the region. “We must stop this fighting immediately,” he stated during the interview.
Netanyahu Refuses to Reveal Full Conversation.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded carefully to the reports surrounding the phone call. He declined to reveal the full details of the discussion with Trump but dismissed suggestions of a serious disagreement between them.
His response came at a time when international pressure continues to grow over the violence involving Israel, Lebanon, and Iran, while the United States intensifies diplomatic talks to prevent a wider regional conflict.
