Trump advises Netanyahu against retaliating after Iranian missile strikes

President Donald Trump stated on June 7, 2026, that he would advise Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to respond to Iranian missile strikes directed at Israel. This incident marks the first direct attack on Israel since a ceasefire in April. The situation escalated further when rocket fire from Lebanon prompted Israeli Defense Forces to target locations in Beirut, as reported by Netanyahu. Trump mentioned, "I’m about to call Bibi right now and tell him not to respond," emphasizing that both Israel and Iran had already engaged in strikes. He noted that the Iranian missiles did not cause casualties and expressed concern that ongoing tensions could jeopardize negotiations with Iran. A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was recently announced, but Hezbollah has rejected it. In response to the heightened tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem advised all government employees and their families to shelter in place. Trump also indicated that the recent escalation could hinder negotiations with Iran, suggesting that Iran should return to the negotiating table.