Trump administration

'Better to enemies than allies':

Italy infuriated after Trump insults Meloni

Italy's foreign minister canceled a planned US visit after Meloni accused Trump of fabricating remarks and treating allies more harshly than the West's enemies.

JD Vance sparks anger with attacks on Israel

Members of Congress and academics expressed outrage over JD Vance’s criticism of Israel in a statement he delivered at the White House

Iran commits to reopening Strait of Hormuz for just 60 days

The US will lift the naval blockade, remove sanctions, and provide economic assistance to Iran. Tehran declared that it will not develop nuclear weapons.

Report

Revealed draft of deal shows dramatic benefits for Iran

According to the report, the United States will lift sanctions, allow Iranian oil exports, and work to release frozen assets.

The first gift to Iran is already on the way

Sources familiar with the details of the agreement said that the US intends to grant Iran immediate sanctions relief on oil and fuel exports as soon as the agreement is signed.

Nice North you have there. It’d be a shame if you lost it.

Extortion as a diplomatic strategy. Opinion.

Heavy US pressure halted a strike in Dahieh

President Trump says Israel and Hezbollah agreed to cease all attacks after speaking with Netanyahu, stopping a strike on Hezbollah stronghold.

Report:

Lebanese Speaker told US Hezbollah ready for immediate ceasefire

Lebanese speaker says Hezbollah would fully commit to a comprehensive truce as Israel warns of possible strikes in Beirut.

Report:

The US directive holding Israel back in Lebanon

Channel 12 reports the US demanded advance notice on targeted eliminations and opposed collapsing buildings during Israeli operations in Lebanon.

Iranian official claims

'US showing flexibility in talks, including on nuclear issue'

A senior Iranian official told Reuters that the United States has so far shown flexibility in talks with Tehran, including on restrictions on Iran's nuclear program.

President Donald Trump - historical inevitability?

President Trump's time in office has undeniably had a profound effect on Western democracies and global alliances, and has also provided a response to a pervasive feeling of American cultural malaise. Opinion.

Mahmoud Khalil demands US drop deportation order

Attorneys for Columbia University protest leader Mahmoud Khalil are fighting a final US deportation order.

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Trump Gaza plan may advance in areas outside Hamas control

The US and Board of Peace are reportedly preparing to advance Gaza reconstruction efforts in areas outside Hamas control amid stalled talks.

Iraqi Deputy Oil Minister sanctioned over Iran oil operation

The US imposed sanctions on Iraqi officials and companies accused of diverting oil revenues to Iran and Tehran-backed terrorist groups.

US to deny green cards over ‘antisemitic’ views

Trump administration to deny green cards to applicants with record of anti-Israel speech.

White House

US 'discussing' Iran's Strait of Hormuz proposal

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt refuses to say that the Trump Administration is 'considering' the latest Iranian proposal.

US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer steps down

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer will step down from the Trump administration to take a position in the private sector, the White House announces.

Report

US to press Lebanon to repeal law banning contact with Israelis

The repeal of the 1955 Israel Boycott Law would mark a significant milestone in the efforts to normalize relations between Israel and Lebanon.

Key clauses of Lebanon ceasefire agreement

The ceasefire agreement with Lebanon includes mutual recognition of sovereignty and preserves the IDF’s freedom of action for self-defense.

Not withdrawal, but pressure:

Trump’s emerging plan to reshape NATO

US President Donald Trump is considering redeploying forces within NATO, signaling pressure on allies over support during the Iran conflict.

VP Vance:

'Israelis have offered to check themselves in Lebanon'

Vice President JD Vance outlines US stance on Iran ceasefire, citing misunderstandings, ongoing negotiations, and warning of consequences if terms are not upheld.

Iran blocks ships in Strait of Hormuz hours after opening strait

Iranian government begins blocking ships hours into ceasefire, citing Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite Trump's assurances the Hezbollah conflict is separate from the ceasefire.

'Once in a generation opportunity'

White House: Despite public posturing, talks with Iran going well

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said strikes have crippled Iran’s capabilities, as the administration pushes for a deal to end its nuclear ambitions.

Over campus antisemitism

Trump administration files lawsuit against Harvard

The Justice Department files a lawsuit accusing Harvard of discriminating against Jewish and Israeli students, seeking compliance with civil rights law and recovery of billions in federal funding.

Trump administration fast-tracks $8.4B arms deal to Gulf allies

Trump administration bypasses Congress to fast-track $8.4B in arms sales to the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, citing an emergency over Iran’s threats.

'Pressure from Israel'

US counter-terror center chief resigns over Iran war

Joe Kent, the Director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center, announced his resignation today in protest against the war with Iran, which he blamed on Israel and pro-Israel lobbyists in the US.

Gulf leaders urge US: Finish the job against Iran

Gulf states warn Washington against ending the campaign prematurely, fearing Iran could retain the ability to threaten oil routes and regional stability.

Report: Trump’s representatives met with Hamas in Cairo

Arab sources claim that a meeting between U.S. representatives and Hamas in Cairo led to Israel’s decision to reopen the Rafah crossing on Wednesday.

Report:

US to announce coalition to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz

Wall Street Journal reports that the Trump administration is expected to announce a multinational coalition to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran threatens commercial vessels.

The White House's warning to the regime in Tehran

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarifies that the United States will not allow freedom of navigation in the Middle East and fuel supplies to be disrupted.

Bypassing Congress

US approves $650M weapons sale to Israel

Trump administration approves a $650 million bomb sale to Israel using emergency authority to bypass Congress, as the US and Israel continue their joint military campaign against Iran.

Joint Chiefs of Staff:

'Not a one-night operation. Will take time to achieve objectives'

Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Daine Caine hold a press conference on Operation Epic Fury, the U.S. and Israel joint operation that carried out strikes in Iran.

US Amb. Waltz to UNSC:

'This moment in history requires moral clarity'

Addressing an emergency Security Council session, Mike Waltz says Operation Epic Fury targets Iran’s missile and proxy networks to prevent a nuclear threat.

Family of UN’s Francesca Albanese sues US over sanctions

Francesca Albanese’s family sues the Trump administration over sanctions imposed after her criticism of Israel, claiming the penalties violate her First Amendment rights.

Witkoff: Iran deal must have no time limits

Ahead of Geneva talks, Steve Witkoff reportedly told a private gathering the Trump administration will not accept time-limited nuclear restrictions on Iran.

VP Vance:

'You can't let craziest regime in the world have nuclear weapons'

Vice President says Trump prefers diplomacy but retains military options to ensure Iran does not obtain nuclear weapons ahead of talks, warning Tehran.

Trump targets foreign funding of universities

The US administration is expected to step up oversight of foreign funding to limit its influence on curricula and campus activity.

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Trump officials reassure Arabs after Huckabee remarks

Senior US officials contacted Arab governments to clarify that Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s remarks reflected personal views, not a shift in Trump administration policy.

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Trump envoys await Iran proposal ahead of critical Geneva meeting

US officials say Washington will meet Iran in Geneva Friday if Tehran delivers a detailed nuclear proposal within 48 hours.

After brutal crackdown:

US imposes new visa restrictions on Iranian officials

Trump administration imposes new visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials and telecom leaders following last month’s brutal crackdown on anti-regime protesters.

DHS hires digital director linked to controversial posts

Homeland Security hires social media manager whose posts raised alarm for promoting ‘white-nationalist rhetoric.’

After cancellation, US confirms:

Talks with Iran will take place on Friday

The US administration has confirmed that it agreed to the request of Arab countries to hold talks with Iran on Friday in Oman, hours after initially announcing their cancellation.

Trump demands $1 billion from 'antisemitic' Harvard University

Trump accuses Harvard of antisemitism and serious illegalities, rejects $500M settlement concept, says administration now seeking $1B in damages.

Pete Hegseth

US military will be 'ready' to strike Iran

Secretary of War cites last year's strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, capture of Nicolas Maduro as evidence that the US can achieve its objective in Iran if Trump orders a strike.

Rubio

'No one knows who will rule Iran after Khamenei'

US Secretary of State updates Senate on the 'massive armada' that President Trump was headed toward Iran.

Europe's Geopolitical Harakiri:

Resisting Trump, welcoming China.

While Trump is portrayed as the bully who “threatens the liberal order," Europe yields symbolic and strategic ground to its number one systemic rival, China. Opinion.

Rafah Crossing

Witkoff hints: US, Israel coordinating on future steps

US envoy says talks were constructive as Washington and Jerusalem coordinate next steps on Phase 2 of Trump’s Gaza plan and broader regional issues

Former NSC head

Will the US strike Iran? It seems Trump hasn't decided

Dr. Eyal Hulata, former head of the National Security Council, estimates that the US has not yet decided whether to attack Iran and that significant considerations are still being weighed.

Details of the agreement between the US and Hamas

The agreement between the US and the terrorist organization concerns the disarmament of Hamas and includes several key principles.

Trump Admin

Mahmoud Khalil will be deported to Algeria

Homeland Security assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin says deportation of anti-Israel acivist is a 'reminder' that green-card and visa holders are guests in the US and should 'act like it.'

Analysis:

Will Trump order a military strike to overthrow Khamenei?

The indicators are there, though military action takes foresight, timing and precision because success must be the result-once the definition of success is made by governments and their armed forces.

Jack Engelhard:

Trump - no more Mr. Nice Guy

Trump wants Greenland, and since I am a betting man, my money says he is going to get it one way or another. Opinion.

Report:

The tense conversation between Netanyahu and Rubio

According to Channel 12, the Israeli Prime Minister phoned the US Secretary of State to air complaints about the Gaza Executive Board; however, Rubio refused to budge.

Northern Syria Is burning-and Washington is losing control

Julani has shown exactly who he is. The videos, the prisoner releases, the ideological fingerprints-they are not echoes of ISIS. They are continuity. Ameriica must stop it now. Israel must help. Opiinion.

Melanie Phillips:

The high stakes in Iran

Ending the Islamic regime in Tehran would help reset the West’s moral compass. Opinion.

Victory for Trump Admin

Appeals court rejects release of Mahmoud Khalil

3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals rules that judges do not have jurisdiction to order the release and prevent the deportation of controversial Columbia U. activist.

US freezes all visa applications from 75 countries

State Department announces that beginning next week, consular officers will be instructed to refuse all visa applications from 75 nations.

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Israel, Arab states urge Trump to delay major strikes on Iran

Israeli and Arab officials urge Trump to delay major strikes on Iran despite intense protests and rising casualties, according to NBC News.

Prof. Anne Bayefsky

'US-UN relations are all over the map'

Professor Anne Bayefsky tells Arutz Sheva that the US is not taking enough action against the UN's antisemitism.

US designates Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist orgs

Secretary Rubio announces that the Lebanese, Jordanian, and Egyptian chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood are being designated under Trump's executive order.