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Trump backs Israel, says Lebanon a ‘separate skirmish’ after ceasefire

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English April 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM

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After Israeli strikes on Beirut, Donald Trump said Lebanon isn’t included in the Iran ceasefire, calling it a “separate skirmish,” risking the fragile truce. Al Jazeera’s Kimberly Halkett reports from the White House.

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Trump backs Israel, says Lebanon a ‘separate skirmish’ after ceasefire

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