Trump says Netanyahu has "no f***ing judgment," insists Iran deal remains on track despite Israeli strikes on Lebanon: Axios
Washington DC, June 15
US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that the proposed US-Iran agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict remains on track despite Israeli strikes on Beirut and Iran's threat of retaliation, while expressing frustration with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the timing of the strikes.
Speaking to Axios, Trump said the deal, which was expected to be signed earlier on Sunday, had been delayed by a few hours following the escalation in Lebanon.
"It shook it up. It delayed the signing by a few hours. It was supposed to be now. Now it is scheduled for a few hours from now," Trump said during a phone conversation with Axios.
According to Axios, the Israeli strike in Lebanon's capital of Beirut took place just hours before the United States and Iran were expected to finalise an agreement aimed at ending hostilities between the two countries.
Trump said he was taken aback when his advisers informed him about the Israeli operation and voiced sharp criticism of Netanyahu's decision-making.
"It is so bad -- I couldn't believe it. An hour before we are supposed to sign the deal," Trump said, adding that he had conveyed his displeasure directly to the Israeli Prime Minister.
The US President acknowledged that Hezbollah had launched attacks against Israel earlier but argued that the incident had not resulted in casualties or significant damage.
Lambasting Netanyahu, Trimp said, "Why did Bibi have to do a f***ing attack? I was so pissed off. I let him know. He has no f***ing judgement. I let him know that."
Trump maintained that the agreement with Iran would serve Israel's long-term security interests by preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons and enhancing oversight of Iran's nuclear programme.
According to Trump, the proposed deal would require the disposal of Iran's nuclear material and allow for snap inspections of Iranian nuclear facilities.
Meanwhile, Iranian officials have not publicly confirmed that an agreement is expected to be signed.
However, Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee, warned on X that "a strong response is coming" following the developments in Lebanon.
"Today's crime by the Zionist regime in Dahieh, Beirut, once again proved the U.S. is weak without credibility, as it is not even capable of controlling this illegitimate regime. A strong response is coming," the post read.
Despite the latest regional tensions, Trump expressed confidence that diplomatic efforts remained alive and that the deal could still move forward.
It was not immediately clear whether Washington had received direct assurances from Tehran regarding the signing process remaining on schedule.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, I'm tired of these Middle East tensions spilling over everywhere. India has good relations with both Israel and Iran—we need to be careful not to get caught in the crossfire. The US-Iran deal might help stabilize things, but Netanyahu seems more interested in his own agenda. Hope our leadership stays neutral and focused on our own security.
Trump's frustration is understandable, but his language is unbecoming of a world leader. 😅 That said, India should take note: even superpowers struggle to control their allies. We should strengthen our own defense and not put blind trust in any one country. Also, Iran's threat of a "strong response" is concerning—hope it doesn't escalate further. 🕊️
As an Indian, I see this as a classic case of "iss baar toh pakka deal ho jayega" jinxed by Netanyahu. 😂 But seriously, the US needs to show it can deliver on what it promises. For India, it's a reminder to diversify our energy imports and not rely too heavily on any one region. The Middle East is always on a knife's edge.
From where I sit in the US, Trump's outburst is both alarming and typical. He seems to think he can strong-arm everyone, but Netanyahu clearly has his own calculus. As someone who follows global politics, I worry about India's energy dependence on the Gulf. If things blow up, it's not just the US and Israel that suffer—India will feel the pinch too. Hope our leaders are preparing contingency plans.
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