Trump laid down the law for Netanyahu in Lebanon – only for Hezbollah to ruin the celebration

Behind the high-profile dispute between Netanyahu and Trump lies a disagreement between Israel's political and military leaders ■ IDF chief Zamir is forced to plug the holes that have recently opened up in the army's top brass

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Trump laid down the law for Netanyahu in Lebanon – only for Hezbollah to ruin the celebration

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Behind the high-profile dispute between Netanyahu and Trump lies a disagreement between Israel's political and military leaders ■ IDF chief Zamir is forced to plug the holes that have recently opened up in the army's top brass

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Amos Harel

06:00 AM • June 05 2026 IDT

Early Thursday morning, the U.S. State Department issued an announcement that was almost celebratory. Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a cease-fire, following another round of talks in Washington involving Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors and officials.

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