Donald Trump

Trump: Middle East allies asked to hold off on new Iran strikes

Trump says Gulf states and Israel favor a slower approach to Iran, but warns he could destroy its energy, bridges and manufacturing infrastructure in three days.

Not even understandable

Trump questions Jewish support for El-Sayed

Trump expresses disbelief that Jewish voters in Michigan backed Democrat Abdul El-Sayed despite his criticism of Israel and controversial statements about Jews.

Our most cherished ally

Pence rebukes Vance over Israel

Former Vice President Mike Pence challenges JD Vance's criticism of US support for Israel, warns of antisemitism, and disputes his explanation for GOP losses.

Trump warns he could strike Iran again with no hesitation

President Trump says he would not hesitate to launch new strikes against Iran, claims its regime is collapsing, and dismisses the need for a diplomatic deal.

'We don't need a deal'

Trump pulls JD Vance away from Iran

President Donald Trump directs Vice President JD Vance to focus entirely on alleged corruption in Democratic-led states and to stop focusing on Iran.

President Trump, architect and victim of a self-inflicted wound

The Trump Administration suffered its losses because of the war in Iran. Not because they fought it. But because they failed to win it. In fact, and this matters - because they refused to fight it. Opinion.

MidEast expert to Arutz Sheva:

If Trump won't strike, Israel must act alone

Middle East expert Yoni Ben Menachem believes the deadlock in nuclear negotiations leaves the military option on the table despite Trump's reservations.

Report:

Vance weighing direct meeting with senior Iranian official

Trump reportedly authorizes VP Vance to lead renewed negotiations with Iran, with a possible meeting in Qatar despite Tehran's demands and doubts over a deal.

'Peace will never happen'

Former Trump advisor's warning

Former Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus warns Iran's regime prevents regional stability and urges Israel and Lebanon to pursue peace before Hezbollah disarms.

Miriam Adelson

'We have two years with Trump to create true change'

Speaking at the Israel Hayom Summit in New York, the newspaper's publisher calls for a stronger Israel-US alliance, Jewish pride, and national unity, warning that Israel must aspire to more than survival.

Trump scores first victory against BBC

A federal judge in Florida rejected the BBC's request to dismiss Trump's defamation lawsuit over its editing of his speech before the storming of the Capitol.

House Republicans block Hegseth impeachment bid

The House votes 211-204 to sideline impeachment proceedings against Pete Hegseth, as Trump declares victory and attacks Republican critic Thomas Massie.

Biden reveals Trump's surprising 2021 letter

In new memoir, former President Joe Biden reveals the surprisingly warm letter Donald Trump left him in the Oval Office in 2021.

Huckabee:

Settler violence? 'A mischaracterization'

US ambassador to Israel clarifies that Trump has not ruled out further military action against Iran and also addressed political developments in Israel following the elections.

Trump defends Hegseth amid impending impeachment vote

Rep. Thomas Massie moves to force a House vote on eight impeachment articles against Pete Hegseth, prompting Trump to defend his Secretary of War.

Report:

Netanyahu pressing Trump for renewed Iran strikes

Netanyahu reportedly wants Trump to resume strikes on Iran, while Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar and Turkey urge Washington to prioritize diplomacy.

Denies talks with US

Iran tells Trump to 'surrender' to seven demands

Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei rejects Trump's claims of ongoing talks, accusing Washington of spreading fake news and demanding acceptance of Tehran's seven conditions.

Trump:

'Israel is protected from Iranian threats'

Trump says Gulf states support maintaining pressure on Iran through a naval blockade and Operation Iron Gate, while the US remains prepared for further strikes.

Blinken and Pompeo agree:

US-Israel ties stronger than military aid

Former US Secretaries of State Blinken and Pompeo say ending military aid would not weaken US-Israel ties, but disagree sharply over Iran and Gaza.

After Democratic victory

Trump questions integrity of midterm elections

US President Donald Trump casts doubt on the integrity of the midterm elections, claiming that voting machines had a greater influence on the results than the voters themselves.

After elections

Report: Trump presses Netanyahu to advance Gaza peace plan

Trump urges Netanyahu to move forward with his Gaza peace plan following Israel's elections, as Washington seeks progress on Hamas disarmament and Gaza governance.

Reason for Republican defeat?

Trump: There seems to be a dislike for Israel

Trump says Israel would not exist without his strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, while blaming the Iran war and hostility towards the Jewish state for Republican election losses.

Trump on Eisenkot: He and Netanyahu have very similar views

Trump says Gadi Eisenkot and Benjamin Netanyahu share similar policies after Eisenkot receives the mandate to form Israel's next government.

'Very little gets in or out'

Trump touts new 'Iron Gate' blockade on Iran

Trump highlights a new task force targeting Iran's supply routes and warns of further strikes, as Iranian media report explosions on Qeshm Island.

Trump offers White House press secretary job to UFC chief

Trump offers UFC boss Dana White the White House press secretary role, but White reportedly declines as the President struggles to fill the position.

With Trump weakened, Israel is put to the test

The midterm elections weakened Trump but left him room to maneuver on foreign policy. Israel, too, has room to maneuver. Op-ed.

Why Trump lost; send in the clowns

He tried to defeat Iran and engage the Europeans, but failed. Perhaps he was a victim of his own arrogance. Opinion.

Report:

US and Iran near possible breakthrough in talks to end war

Bloomberg reports potential progress in US-Iran peace efforts as Tehran considers nuclear proposals from Qatar, despite Trump's warnings of further strikes.

After GOP midterm defeat

Trump replaces White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles

Trump names Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles following Republican midterm losses that handed Democrats control of Congress.

Trump: Israel would not exist if I hadn't stopped Iran

Trump claims his actions against Iran saved Israel and the Middle East, a day after warning of possible further strikes.

End of military aid

Netanyahu's office says US relations are growing stronger

The Prime Minister's Office issued its first response in English to the US President's decision to halt military aid to Israel, describing the move as a "transition from aid to partnership."

Rubio denies plans to leave Trump administration

Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejects reports he may resign after Republicans' midterm defeat, declines to discuss 2028 and defends Trump's leadership

Trump on possible strikes against Iran: You will know soon enough

President Trump warns that US forces are ready to resume strikes on Iran if necessary, while insisting Tehran cannot act without Washington's approval.

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Iranians burn images of Trump, Netanyahu at Tehran Rally

Footage from a rally in Tehran shows protesters burning images of Trump, Netanyahu, Vance and Witkoff, a day after a poster threatened to kill the US President.

Schumer vows to end Iran war after Democrats win Senate majority

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer pledges to use his party's new majority to end the Iran war, challenging Trump over military action and rising costs.

'I'd do it again'

Trump defends Iran war after Vance's post

Trump acknowledges the Iran war contributed to Republican midterm losses but insists he would make the same decision again to prevent a nuclear Iran.

Report:

Trump weighs replacing Hegseth

Following Republican midterm losses, Trump reportedly discusses replacing Defense Secretary Hegseth, with DeSantis emerging as a possible successor.

Trump's move raises concerns in Israel

Prof. Eytan Gilboa believes that Trump's announcement on ending aid to Israel was intended for electoral purposes.

Iran mocks Trump for midterm losses

The Iranian Embassy in India posted an AI-generated video on its Twitter account showing U.S. President Donald Trump being carried by several men and thrown into a large dumpster labeled 'Hazardous Waste.'

Trump warns Democrats: I have the ultimate power - veto

Trump tells CBS News he is prepared to veto Democratic legislation if Republicans lose Congress, while signaling plans to expand his use of executive powers.

'US locked and loaded'

Trump: No immediate plans to strike Iran

Trump tells the Financial Times he has no immediate plans for new strikes on Iran, saying nuclear talks are progressing but the US remains ready for military action.

'We will kill Trump'

Iranian rally poster threatens US President

A poster advertising a Tehran rally threatens to kill President Trump, following previous Iranian threats against him and members of his family.

Feiglin on end of US aid

'It's not a threat, it's a liberation'

Zehut Party chairman Moshe Feiglin expressed hope that President Trump will follow through on his pledge to end American financial aid to Israel, arguing that the assistance comes at the expense of Israeli sovereignty.

Military correspondent:

'Has Trump moved up the timetable?'

Military correspondent Doron Kadosh says President Trump appears to be accelerating plans to end decades of US military aid to Israel; but this does not come as a big surprise.'

"They don't need it"

Trump announces end to financial aid to Israel

The US President claimed in an interview with Fox News that he had reached an agreement with Netanyahu to end the billions of dollars in annual American aid to Israel.

Will Trump lose control?

Polls open in US Midterms

With over 57 million ballots already cast, Americans vote in crucial midterm elections that could reshape Trump's agenda and US policy toward Israel and Iran.

Trump:

US could strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain in one hour

Trump tells Sean Hannity the US could strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site within an hour, while insisting Tehran wants a deal and the fighting is not a war.

'No war, no deal'

Report: CIA Director urges Trump to maintain Iran strategy

CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly urges Trump to maintain economic pressure on Iran rather than rush into a deal or resume fighting, as advisers remain divided.

Vance: Trump and I feel pretty good about prospects of Iran deal

VP JD Vance says talks with Iran are progressing and no deadline has been set, but insists Tehran must verifiably commit not to rebuild its nuclear program.

Trump: Iran wants a deal, it could happen

Trump says Iran is seeking an agreement with Washington, citing falling oil prices and US military gains while predicting a deal with Tehran could be reached.

Mike Johnson imitates Trump to his face

House Speaker Mike Johnson breaks into an impression of Donald Trump during an Iowa rally, reenacting the president's early-morning phone calls before realizing Trump was standing right behind him.

After Rogers endorsement

Trump invites Haley Stevens to join GOP

Trump praises Democrat Haley Stevens for backing Republican Mike Rogers over Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Senate race and says he would welcome her into the GOP.

Report:

As he weighs Iran strikes, Trump questions Pentagon leadership

Trump is considering new strikes on Iran after the midterms while reportedly questioning his top military advisers, according to The Atlantic. The White House insists he retains full confidence.

Trump on Iran: At some point, we're going to give them the hammer

Trump says he is holding back further action against Iran to save lives, but warns a decisive blow may be coming and predicts the war will end very soon.

Trump: Iran will make a deal or we will end the conflict

Trump warns Iran must reach a deal or face an end to the conflict on US terms, as he confirms discussing Tehran with Netanyahu amid reports of disagreements.

'Tough' and 'direct'

New details from Trump-Netanyahu Iran call

Axios reports Netanyahu is urging Trump to resume strikes on Iran after the US midterms, while Trump prefers to give diplomacy more time.

Expert Warns:

Trump hesitates and Iran wins

President Donald Trump could emerge weakened from the upcoming US midterm elections, potentially limiting his ability to take significant action against Iran.

Netanyahu ally:

Trump and Herzog will intervene, push for unity

Dimona Mayor Benny Biton says the prime minister wants a unity government and suggests that President Herzog and Trump intervene to broker an agreement with Eisenkot.

Strikes remain an option

Rubio: No deadline for Iran talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Trump has set no deadline for negotiations with Iran and has made no decision on renewed strikes, but military options remain open.

Trump: Iran wants a deal but cannot be trusted

Trump says Iran wants a nuclear deal but cannot be trusted, warns remaining sites could be struck within minutes, and refuses to rule out renewed military action.