Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed as false the reports claiming that U.S. President Donald Trump asked him not to carry out attacks on what Israel calls terrorist tunnels in Lebanon. Speaking at a cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said that media reports suggesting Trump had advised against such action were completely fabricated and amounted to fake news.

According to Israeli media cited in the report, Netanyahu clarified that Trump never discussed the issue with him, nor did he seek any advice from the U.S. president on the matter. He emphasized that Israel takes actions based on its own judgment and national considerations.

The statement comes amid ongoing regional tensions, with Israel maintaining that its operations against cross-border tunnels are part of its security measures. Netanyahu’s remarks appear aimed at countering speculation about U.S. influence over Israeli military decisions.