On June 8, 2026, President Trump called for an immediate halt to hostilities between Israel and Iran. This statement followed Iran's support for Hezbollah amid an offensive by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) in Lebanon. Trump expressed his views in a post on Truth Social, stating, "Israel and Iran must immediately stop 'shooting.'"
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Trump Calls for Immediate Cessation of Hostilities Between Israel and Iran
President Trump urged both Israel and Iran to cease hostilities immediately, following Iran's backing of Hezbollah during an Israeli offensive in Lebanon. His comments were made via a post on Truth Social.
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