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Trump Criticizes Israeli Airstrike on Beirut, Asserts Middle East Peace Within Reach

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Published Jun 15, 2026 12:44 AM ・ Updated Jun 18, 2026 9:31 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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President Trump condemned Israel's airstrike on Beirut as 'should not have happened' and reaffirmed that a Middle East peace agreement is near, though he did not confirm if it would be signed today.

U.S. President Trump condemned Israel's airstrike on Beirut as 'should not have happened' and reaffirmed that a Middle East peace agreement is near, though he did not confirm if it would be signed today.

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(Taipei, Washington, 14th - CNA comprehensive international news report) Regarding Israel's airstrike on Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, U.S. President Trump stated today that the incident 'should not have happened,' while firmly asserting that a regional peace agreement in the Middle East is close to being finalized, though he did not confirm whether the agreement would be signed today.

According to AFP, Trump posted on social media: 'We are close to reaching an agreement that will bring peace to the region, including Lebanon. All parties should cease actions.'

Trump also said: 'This could be the beginning of a long and beautiful peace—let's not mess it up!' (Translation: Chen Cheng-chien) 1150614

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FAQ

Why did Trump speak about Middle East peace now?

He likely sees a near-term agreement and aims to prevent actions that could derail it.

Who is responsible for the Beirut airstrike?

Israel conducted the strike, but political accountability involves multiple actors.

How reliable is CNA's reporting?

As Taiwan's central news agency, it sources from international wires with editorial oversight.

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