US President Donald Trump acknowledged on Wednesday that he spoke angrily with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call on Monday, expressing concern over the continued confrontation between Israel and Lebanon and its impact on diplomatic efforts in the region.
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In an interview with The New York Post, Trump stated that he was "somewhat upset" by the ongoing fighting with Lebanon, emphasizing that the escalation threatens the chances of reaching broader understandings with Iran regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and addressing its nuclear program.
Despite admitting to using an angry tone during his conversation with Netanyahu, Trump stressed that their relationship remains good, saying they have worked together "very well," and that he appreciates the Israeli Prime Minister and continues to coordinate with him.
"I am a wartime president, and he is a wartime prime minister," Trump added, referring to the security and military challenges facing both countries.
The US President confirmed that talks with Iran are "developing rapidly," expressing optimism about the possibility of reaching an agreement soon, despite the obstacles that have faced negotiations recently.
He stated that the primary goal is to prevent Iran from possessing a nuclear weapon, maintaining that current regional tensions remain containable and that the crisis could be resolved "relatively quickly."
Trump also noted that oil prices have remained below the levels anticipated by some observers amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, considering that the US economy has demonstrated resilience despite concerns tied to energy markets.
The news website Axios had revealed on Monday that Trump used sharp language during his call with Netanyahu to demand a restraint on escalation—a report the US President confirmed in the interview, while simultaneously emphasizing ongoing cooperation and coordination between both sides.
