Donald Trump says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “knows who the boss is,” remarks made while Trump has been publicly critical of Netanyahu in recent weeks. The criticism comes after Israel’s war with Hezbollah in Lebanon raised concerns that the conflict could disrupt or undermine peace efforts and broader diplomacy involving Iran. Both reports describe Washington as Israel’s closest ally, while noting that Trump’s latest comments follow a period in which he has questioned Netanyahu’s approach. The outlets tie the increased public tension to the regional fallout from the Lebanon campaign and the impact it may have on efforts linked to Iran-related negotiations. The reports do not provide further details of any specific policy dispute behind the statement or indicate any immediate change in official government positions. The comments are presented as part of Trump’s ongoing public engagement with Israeli leadership during a sensitive moment for Middle East diplomacy, with Lebanon and Iran as key elements in the wider context.