Pakistan, June 16 -- US President Donald Trump criticized Israel's military campaign against Hezbollah and suggested Syria should take responsibility for confronting the group. He said the prolonged conflict has caused excessive civilian casualties and complicated wider diplomatic efforts. The remarks are significant as Washington seeks to advance a broader agreement with Iran and reduce regional tensions.

Speaking to journalists during the G7 summit in France, Trump said Israel had been fighting Hezbollah for too long. He argued that military operations were causing unnecessary civilian deaths and questioned tactics that resulted in damage to residential buildings. According to Trump, not everyone living in targeted buildings could be l...