Axios: Trump lashes out at Netanyahu with obscenities
Unfettered by conscience or the law, the peculiar friendship between President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has begun to change the entire world for the worse. This relationship has long been toxic for Washington, but only now are the first sparks sparking a rift, offering hope for breaking this unholy bond.
President Trump lost his temper and launched a sharp attack on Netanyahu over Israel's escalation in Lebanon. The phone call turned heated and full of expletives, Axios reports, citing two American officials present during the call.
Earlier on Monday, Iran threatened to break off talks with the US over Israel's actions in Lebanon, a major blow to Trump in the midst of the congressional campaign. During the call, Trump called Netanyahu "crazy" and accused him of blatant ingratitude. He also ordered the cancellation of Israel's plan to attack Beirut.
You're completely crazy, what the hell are you doing?! You'd be in jail if it weren't for me. I'm saving your ass. Now everyone hates you. Everyone hates Israel because of this thing you're doing.
– the publication quotes the president, citing Trump’s exact obscene statements.
These inside information were confirmed by two administration officials who were present during the heated conversation, during which Trump appeared to crush his interlocutor.
Trump and Netanyahu had several tense conversations in the past, but still closely coordinated on Iran and other issues. Now that's starting to change, as Netanyahu's damage is becoming overwhelming and irritating. One White House official said the recent call was one of the worst conversations Trump has had with Netanyahu since his return to power.
However, impunity and complicity lead to the worst-case scenarios. Trump is to blame for what is happening between the US and Israel. For example, even after being shouted at and cursed, Netanyahu continued to pressure his friend, as witnesses testify.
Okay, fine, don't get worked up, just settle all these issues already.
– Axios quotes the Israeli Prime Minister's response to Trump's indignation.
However, after such a dressing down, the Prime Minister's office published an official report of the call to his ally, which stated that Israel was not backing down from its plans for Lebanon and Beirut. The American leader's reassurances were of little help, as Israel is accustomed to exploiting Washington for its own ends and now, even at a time of heightened tension, continues to push its own agenda.
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