Trump Condemns Israeli Strike on Beirut as Iran Blames U.S. for Escalation

The U.S. President blasted Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu after a strike killed 3 people just before the treaty was set to be signed.

When peace is finally within reach, one sudden strike can destroy years of hope. That is what happened on Sunday as a major war deal almost fell apart.

U.S. President Donald Trump blasted Israel for bombing Beirut, Lebanon on Sunday. He said the strike happened right when the U.S. and Iran were about to sign a deal to end their war.

Trump was so angry he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He told reporters he yelled at Netanyahu for having bad judgment and nearly ruining the peace talks.

The strike killed 3 people in Beirut. Israel said it was replying to rocket fire, but Trump called that rocket fire small and meaningless because nobody got hurt.

What the facts show

• 3 people died in the Israeli airstrikes on the Dahiyeh area of Beirut on Sunday.
• 1 hour before the scheduled signing of the peace deal is when the strikes occurred, according to Trump.
• 12 days of war in 2025 and a second war on February 28 have cost many lives.
• 60 days are planned after the signing to work out deep issues like Iran's nuclear plans and frozen cash.
• 0 people were hurt or killed in the small rocket attack that Israel claimed it was responding to.

The Bigger Question

The real question is whether Israel wants this war to end at all. Prime Minister Netanyahu faces an upcoming election at home, where some voters think he is too soft.

Did he launch this attack to prove he does not take orders from the White House? Even if it risks global peace, some leaders put their own jobs first.

The Other Side

Israel says it had to protect its people. Netanyahu argues that any rocket fired by Hezbollah is a threat that requires a strong reply. Yet, this argument looks weak when the strike happens an hour before a major peace deal, especially when the initial rocket caused no harm.

What Happens Now

For now, the deal is still on track but delayed by a few hours. If the deal goes through, it will open the Strait of Hormuz, lift the naval blockade, and stop the bombs.

Regular people in the region might finally get a break from the constant fear of airstrikes. But that only happens if both sides actually stop shooting.

What We Still Don't Know

1. Will Iran still sign the peace deal after this attack, or will they strike back?
2. How will Trump handle Netanyahu if Israel continues to launch strikes?
3. What are the exact terms of the deal regarding Iran's nuclear program?