'Israeli' opposition criticizes Netanyahu over reported Beirut strike halt

Opposition figures in 'Israel' have criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following reports that a planned strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs was halted after a request from the United States.

The opposition described Netanyahu as a “puppet,” intensifying political pressure on the government amid ongoing regional escalation.

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he held a phone call with Netanyahu and that 'Israel' subsequently refrained from targeting Beirut. He did not provide additional details on the scope or timing of the reported operation.