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Israeli Defense Minister Claims Trump Approved Beirut Strikes in Retaliation for Israeli Attacks

June 1, 2026
Israel Lebanon military
Israel Lebanon military

Israeli Defense Minister Katz has stated that former U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to authorize bombing campaigns against Beirut should Israel face attacks.

According to Katz's remarks, Trump consented to military action targeting the Lebanese capital as a responsive measure in the event of Israeli territory coming under fire.

The statement represents a significant claim regarding coordination between Israeli military leadership and the Trump administration on potential military operations in the region.

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