Netanyahu gives Trump ‘golden pager’ in apparent reference to Lebanon attack
Photos show gift, reportedly nod to Israel’s deadly attack on Hezbollah, during which devices simultaneously detonated
Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly gave Donald Trump a “golden pager” during their meeting in Washington DC this week, in an apparent reference to Israel’s deadly attack against Hezbollah in Lebanon last year.
In photos circulating online, the golden pager can be seen mounted on a piece of wood, accompanied by a golden plaque that reads in black lettering: “To President Donald J. Trump, Our greatest friend and greatest ally. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.”
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