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White House after Elimination of Hezbollah Chief of Staff: Trump Supports Israel’s Self-Defense

Following Israel’s targeted strike in Beirut on November 23, which eliminated Hezbollah’s Chief of Staff, the White House affirmed that President Trump supports Israel’s right to defend itself and remove terrorist threats. Briefing reporters, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that while she had not discussed the specific operation with the President, the administration’s position remains that Israel may act decisively against those who plot or carry out attacks. 

Israel described the slain operative as a long-time Hezbollah commander involved in operations in Syria and Lebanon, including responsibilities for force build-up and coordination across fronts. The strike occurred amid ongoing tensions along Israel’s northern border and continuing debates inside Lebanon over disarming the Iranian-backed group. The statement from Washington signaled continued diplomatic cover for Israeli counter-terror actions. 

Regional observers expect Hezbollah to weigh a response while contending with internal political pressure and international scrutiny. U.S. officials have reiterated that the group’s entrenchment in civilian areas and cross-border aggression make escalation risks persist, even as mediators attempt to shore up fragile understandings. 

(INN/VFI News)

“He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze.” – Psalm 18:34