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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.

Report: Trump presses Netanyahu to advance Gaza peace plan

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: There seems to be a dislike for Israel

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.

Trump on Eisenkot: He and Netanyahu have very similar views

'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 touts new 'Iron Gate' blockade on Iran

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.

Trump offers White House press secretary job to UFC chief

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.

With Trump weakened, Israel is put to the test

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.

Why Trump lost; send in the clowns

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.

US and Iran near possible breakthrough in talks to end war

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 replaces White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles

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.

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

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."

Netanyahu's office says US relations are growing stronger

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

Rubio denies plans to leave Trump administration

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.

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

Watch:

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.

Iranians burn images of Trump, Netanyahu at Tehran Rally

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.

Schumer vows to end Iran war after Democrats win Senate majority

'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.

Trump defends Iran war after Vance's post

Report:

Trump weighs replacing Hegseth

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

Trump weighs replacing Hegseth

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.

Trump's move raises concerns in Israel

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.'

Iran mocks Trump for midterm losses

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.

Trump warns Democrats: I have the ultimate power - veto

'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.

Trump: No immediate plans to strike Iran

'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.

Iranian rally poster threatens US President

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.

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

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.'

'Has Trump moved up the timetable?'

"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.

Trump announces end to financial 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.

Polls open in US Midterms

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.

US could strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain in one hour

'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.

Report: CIA Director urges Trump to maintain Iran strategy

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.

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

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.

Trump: Iran wants a deal, it could happen

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.

Mike Johnson imitates Trump to his face

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.

Trump invites Haley Stevens to join 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.

As he weighs Iran strikes, Trump questions Pentagon leadership

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

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.

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

'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.

New details from Trump-Netanyahu Iran call

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.

Trump hesitates and Iran wins

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.

Trump and Herzog will intervene, push for unity

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.

Rubio: No deadline for Iran talks

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.

Trump: Iran wants a deal but cannot be trusted

Trump, Netanyahu hold talks amid Iran tensions

The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump and Netanyahu spoke as Trump considers resuming military strikes against the Islamic Republic.

Trump, Netanyahu hold talks amid Iran tensions

Trump: Iran wants talks, war could end soon

Trump says Iran is seeking negotiations and struggling to pay its security forces, hours after predicting the war would end soon and demanding nuclear guarantees.

Trump: Iran wants talks, war could end soon

US deploys air defense systems near Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate

Stinger missile-equipped air defense systems deployed near Trump's Florida residence amid heightened security concerns.

US deploys air defense systems near Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate

Vance: Trump will not let Iran conflict become a 'forever war'

Vice President JD Vance says Trump will prevent a prolonged war with Iran but will “accomplish America’s objectives."

Vance: Trump will not let Iran conflict become a 'forever war'

Kerry warns Trump against new Iran strikes

Former Secretary of State John Kerry warns that renewed US strikes on Iran would undermine negotiations and criticizes Trump's withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal.

Kerry warns Trump against new Iran strikes

Ahead of another strike?

Report: CENTCOM chief briefs Trump at the White House

Wall Street Journal reports CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper briefed Trump on military options against Iran as Washington prepares for possible renewed strikes while pursuing diplomatic contacts.

Report: CENTCOM chief briefs Trump at the White House

Trump:

'My endorsement turned the tide in Netanyahu's favor'

President Trump claims his endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu shifted the Israeli election outcome, turning what he called a likely defeat into a stalemate or victory.

'My endorsement turned the tide in Netanyahu's favor'

Trump:

'The war in Iran will end when I want it to'

Trump says he would attack Iran again without hesitation and insists he will decide when the war ends, demanding guarantees that Tehran will never obtain nuclear weapons.

'The war in Iran will end when I want it to'

Trump on Iran war:

'We had no choice, we didn’t start the war'

Trump defends the war against Iran, warning that Tehran's missiles could threaten US cities: It should’ve been done a long time ago.

'We had no choice, we didn’t start the war'

'He has done a very good job'

Trump denies Netanyahu requested second endorsement

President Trump denies reports that Netanyahu sought another endorsement ahead of Israel's election, while praising the Prime Minister's leadership and their joint actions against Iran.

Trump denies Netanyahu requested second endorsement

Netanyahu rejects CNN report that Trump blocked Iran strike

CNN claims Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought joint US-Israeli attack on Iran before elections, failed to secure US President Donald Trump's approval. Prime Minister's Office: Fake news.

Netanyahu rejects CNN report that Trump blocked Iran strike

Trump on Iran:

'I’m going to make a great deal'

After ruling out US strikes on Iran on Sunday, Trump says he is willing to take time to secure a nuclear agreement and warns of the dangers of a nuclear-armed Tehran.

'I’m going to make a great deal'

Trump:

'Jewish voters of Abdul El-Sayed should be ashamed of themselves'

Trump criticizes Jewish voters backing Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, whose statements on Israel and response to a synagogue attack have drawn controversy.

'Jewish voters of Abdul El-Sayed should be ashamed of themselves'

'We have to finish the job'

Trump renews endorsement of Netanyahu

President Trump reiterates his endorsement of Netanyahu ahead of Israel's election, praising their joint achievements against Iran and urging Israelis to vote for him.

Trump renews endorsement of Netanyahu

'Campaigning for jihadist'

Trump slams Obama over El-Sayed endorsement

Pres. Trump attacks former Pres. Barack Obama over his endorsement of Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and urges voters to support Republican Mike Rogers.

Trump slams Obama over El-Sayed endorsement

Trump on Iran:

'We have to make sure they never have a nuclear weapon'

Trump warns Iran could face additional US strikes while leaving the door open to a nuclear deal.

'We have to make sure they never have a nuclear weapon'

Report:

US military has strike plans ready for Iran

CENTCOM has reportedly prepared several options for renewed strikes against Iran after the midterms, pending Trump’s approval.

US military has strike plans ready for Iran

US Ambassador to Turkey:

'Could there be an Iran strike this weekend? Absolutely'

US Ambassador Tom Barrack says military strikes on Iran could happen this weekend, warning Trump is serious about taking action if diplomacy fails. Trump responds: I don’t know anything about it.

'Could there be an Iran strike this weekend? Absolutely'

Trump on Iran:

'We could take the whole country'

President Trump says Iran is economically crippled and the US controls the Strait of Hormuz, while leaving open the possibility of further military strikes.

'We could take the whole country'

US ambassador to UN:

Blasts UN rapporteur for undermining US attack on narcoterrorists

Mike Waltz accuses UN rapporteur Ben Saul of undermining the US fight against narcoterrorist groups, citing Chinese funding and his repeated criticism of counterterrorism operations.

Blasts UN rapporteur for undermining US attack on narcoterrorists