President Donald Trump stated after a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on June 1, 2026, that Israeli troops will not be deployed to Beirut. He indicated that any troops that were en route to the city have been ordered to retreat. This announcement follows Israel's recent military strikes on the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital.
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Trump announces Israeli troops will not proceed to Beirut after call with Netanyahu
President Trump announced that Israeli troops will not be sent to Beirut following a call with Prime Minister Netanyahu. Troops that were previously on their way to the city have been ordered to retreat after recent military strikes in the area.
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