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'Greatest day ever in civilization'

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, shares new proposal for ending the Israel-Hamas war.

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

The full plan

President Trump's comprehensive plan to end Gaza war

Proposal outlines immediate ceasefire, hostage release, aid deployment, and long-term reconstruction under international oversight

President Trump's comprehensive plan to end Gaza war

Doha strike

Segal: The most successful failed assassination in history

Channel 12 analyst links dramatic shift in Qatari mediation stance to Israeli operation, outlines possible political fallout from pending hostage deal.

Segal: The most successful failed assassination in history

Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM for strike on Hamas leaders

Israeli PM reportedly apologizes to Qatari counterpart for this month's strike on Hamas's leadership in Doha during his meeting with President Trump.

Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM for strike on Hamas leaders

WH Pres. Sec. on Gaza deal:

Both sides are going to leave unhappy

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that both Israel and Hamas will have to concede to end the war.

Both sides are going to leave unhappy

The inscrutable Mr. Trump

Should Israel defy Trump? It does set a terrible precedent for Israel to acquiesce in the grandiose edict of any US president - even a friend like Trump - that he “will not allow” what is essentially a unilateral decision on Israel’s part. Opinion.

The inscrutable Mr. Trump

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

Finance Minister Smotrich presents six boundaries ahead of the White House meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

After Adams drops out

Mamdani: Trump’s donors won’t decide NYC mayoral race

Zohran Mamdani rebukes Trump’s influence after Mayor Adams exits NYC race, warning Cuomo and vowing to fight billionaire-backed efforts to narrow the field.

Mamdani: Trump’s donors won’t decide NYC mayoral race

'Gaps have been narrowed'

Netanyahu discusses plan to end war with Trump’s envoys

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrive at Netanyahu’s New York hotel for second round of talks. Israeli official: “There’s a positive atmosphere toward reaching an agreement.” Netanyahu-Trump meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. New York time on Monday.

Netanyahu discusses plan to end war with Trump’s envoys

Hostage families to Trump:

'Only you can end this ordeal'

Families of 48 hostages held by Hamas thank President Trump for his UN remarks and urge him to finalize a deal to end the war and bring their loved ones home ahead of his meeting with Netanyahu.

'Only you can end this ordeal'

Tucker Carlson:

'Netanyahu is damaging Trump, the USA, and the world'

The influential right-wing U.S. media figure is calling on President Trump to distance himself from Netanyahu and claiming that Netanyahu has been telling people he controls the US President.

'Netanyahu is damaging Trump, the USA, and the world'

Yehoshua Shani to Netanyahu:

'Don't compromise or yield to Trump'

Gevura Forum chairman Yehoshua Shani calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu not to yield to American pressure for a deal that would harm Israel's interests.

'Don't compromise or yield to Trump'

Netanyahu on Fox News:

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel is working with President Trump’s team to finalize a plan to end the war in Gaza, disarm Hamas, and free Israeli hostages.

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

VP Vance:

Trump wants Gaza, West Bank to be ruled by people who live there

Vice President JD Vance said he was optimistic about a deal being reached to end the war.

Trump wants Gaza, West Bank to be ruled by people who live there

Trump:

'Real chance for greatness in the Middle East'

US President Donald Trump took to social media to hint at plans for improving the situation in the Middle East.

'Real chance for greatness in the Middle East'

Mike Johnson

'Judea and Samaria belong to Israel, geopolitical forces at play'

US House Speaker says he sees Judea and Samaria as 'the traditional lands that belong to Israel' after President Trump says he will not allow Israel to annex those territories.

'Judea and Samaria belong to Israel, geopolitical forces at play'

Report:

Trump plan calls for destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry

The Washington Post reports that Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan calls for the destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry and offers amnesty to group members who “commit to peaceful co-existence.”

Trump plan calls for destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry

Judea, Samaria leaders head to US:

'Netanyahu must make a historic decision'

An unprecedentedly large emergency delegation departs for New York to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with President Trump.

'Netanyahu must make a historic decision'

New Details:

All hostages in exchange for 100 to 200 life-sentence prisoners

A new report has expanded on President Trump's proposed 21-point plan to end the war in Gaza.

All hostages in exchange for 100 to 200 life-sentence prisoners

Trump’s Gaza peace plan:

No role for Hamas, no timeline for IDF exit

CNN report sheds more light on Trump’s 21-point Gaza peace plan, says it calls for hostage release in 48 hours for phased IDF pullout.

No role for Hamas, no timeline for IDF exit

Report:

Israel considers immunity for Hamas leaders in Trump plan

Israel may offer immunity to senior Hamas leaders as part of Trump’s peace plan, but Hamas’s stance remains unclear amid mixed signals and ongoing talks with Arab states, reports Kan News.

Israel considers immunity for Hamas leaders in Trump plan

Aryeh Eldad:

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

Former MK Prof. Aryeh Eldad claims Trump was doing Netanyahu a conscious favor when he said he would not allow Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

Report:

Tony Blair to head Gaza authority under US plan

The US reportedly backs a plan for former British PM to lead Gaza’s postwar governance, excluding the PA initially.

Tony Blair to head Gaza authority under US plan

Trump signs order to keep TikTok alive under US control

Trump signs executive order enabling US investors to buy TikTok from ByteDance, aiming to protect data privacy and national security. The deal awaits final approval from China.

Trump signs order to keep TikTok alive under US control

Former FBI chief Comey indicted over Russia collusion probe

James Comey indicted for false statement and obstruction in relation to the probe of Russian interference in the 2016 elections.

Former FBI chief Comey indicted over Russia collusion probe

Trump:

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

President Trump says he firmly opposes Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria, expresses hope for hostage release deal after having a "very good" conversation with Netanyahu.

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

Trump meets Erdogan

Close to 'some kind of deal' to end Gaza war

US, Turkish Presidents meet at the White House as Erdogan seeks lifting of US ban on selling F-35s to Turkey.

Close to 'some kind of deal' to end Gaza war

Trump To Macron:

'I've always been on Israel's side'

Presidents Trump and Macron held a joint press conference where they clashed over the French initiative to declare a Palestinian state.

'I've always been on Israel's side'

Trump meets Syrian President Sharaa at UN

President Trump meets Syrian President Sharaa at the UN, marking their second meeting since May. The encounter follows the US lifting sanctions on Syria.

Trump meets Syrian President Sharaa at UN

Netanyahu departs for US:

'I will speak truth, I will condemn those who support terrorists'

Netanyahu takes off for visit to the US, during which he will address the UN General Assembly and meet Trump: "I will discuss with Trump the need to complete the war's objectives."

'I will speak truth, I will condemn those who support terrorists'

UN General Assembly

Trump demands UN probe over ‘triple sabotage’

President Trump demands a UN investigation after claiming “triple sabotage” during his speech - citing a stopped escalator, failed teleprompter, and audio issues. The White House backs the call for a probe.

Trump demands UN probe over ‘triple sabotage’

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Macron calls Trump after being blocked by US Pres's motorcade

French Pres. forced to call American counterpart after he found himself blocked from reaching the French diplomatic mission in New York by security for Trump's motorcade.

Macron calls Trump after being blocked by US Pres's motorcade

Report: Trump to unveil Gaza ceasefire outline with Arab leaders

President Trump introduced Arab and Muslim leaders to a Gaza ceasefire and post-Hamas governance outline, with reports of initial Arab support, but Hamas yet to respond.

Report: Trump to unveil Gaza ceasefire outline with Arab leaders

Report:

Trump promised to block Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Politico reported that President Trump told Arab leaders at the UN that Israel will not enact sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Trump promised to block Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Trump at UN:

Unilaterally recognizing a Palestinian state - a reward for Hamas

Trump told the UN that recognizing a Palestinian state now would reward Hamas for October 7th, demanding hostages be freed and Gaza fighting brought to an end.

Unilaterally recognizing a Palestinian state - a reward for Hamas

White House press secretary:

'Trump believes recognizing Palestine rewards Hamas'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt tells reporters Trump opposes Western nations recognizing a Palestinian state, says it "rewards Hamas" and does not help release hostages or end the conflict in Gaza.

'Trump believes recognizing Palestine rewards Hamas'

Report:

Hamas offers immediate release half of the hostages to Trump

Terror group drafts letter to the US government offering a 60-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of half of the 48 hostages, but its leaders have yet to sign it.

Hamas offers immediate release half of the hostages to Trump

Kim has 'good memories' of Trump, but rejects denuclearization

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praises US President Donald Trump and says he is open to talks - if denuclearization is not on the agenda.

Kim has 'good memories' of Trump, but rejects denuclearization

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Trump, Musk reconcile at Charlie Kirk memorial

Donald Trump and Elon Musk seen together at memorial for Charlie Kirk, months after their public falling-out.

Trump, Musk reconcile at Charlie Kirk memorial

Trump eulogizes Kirk:

'A martyr for American freedom'

US President Donald Trump speaks at memorial for Charlie Kirk: He was violently killed because he spoke for freedom and justice.

'A martyr for American freedom'

Watch live:

Funeral service held for Charlie Kirk

President Trump, VP Vance, and others expected to address hundreds of thousands who turned out to honor the slain conservative activist.

Funeral service held for Charlie Kirk

Trump:

'Very close to 40 of the hostages are deceased'

U.S. President Donald Trump again claimed that more hostages than reported are no longer alive. Israeli sources have not commented on the remarks.

'Very close to 40 of the hostages are deceased'

Trump:

'What happened on October 7th was genocide at the highest level’

Trump calls October 7th “genocide at the highest level” after UN accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza. On the hostages who are still being held by Hamas: We have probably 20 that are living. It's a nasty situation.

'What happened on October 7th was genocide at the highest level’

Trump to host Erdogan:

'We have always had a very good relationship'

US President announces he will host Turkish President Erdogan on September 25. The agenda includes trade, military deals like F-16 and F-35 talks, and potential energy agreements.

'We have always had a very good relationship'

Trump in UK:

I disagree with Starmer on Palestinian statehood

During a joint press conference, Trump and Starmer emphasized the urgent release of hostages in Gaza, condemned Hamas, and discussed a roadmap toward peace and a Palestinian state.

I disagree with Starmer on Palestinian statehood

WSJ report: Trump is 'frustrated' with Netanyahu

Sources close to US President Donald Trump report frustration at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's preference for military action instead of diplomatic negotiations, WSJ claims.

WSJ report: Trump is 'frustrated' with Netanyahu

Trump postpones TikTok ban again amid deal negotiations

President Trump again delays a TikTok ban until December 16, a fourth postponement, as his administration and China work on a deal for the app's sale.

Trump postpones TikTok ban again amid deal negotiations

Trump

'Hamas in big trouble if they use hostages as human shields'

US President tells reporters: I hear Hamas is trying to use the old human shield deal, and if they do that, they're going to be in big trouble.'

'Hamas in big trouble if they use hostages as human shields'

Trump:

'If Hamas is using hostages as human shields, all bets are off'

US President Donald Trump urges Hamas to release all hostages after reports they were moved above ground as human shields against an Israeli ground offensive, calls the move a "human atrocity."

'If Hamas is using hostages as human shields, all bets are off'

Trump:

'Netanyahu didn't alert me on Qatar strike'

President Trump denies an Axios report that Netanyahu gave him advance warning of strike on Hamas in Qatar, adds that Netanyahu "won't be hitting Qatar again."

'Netanyahu didn't alert me on Qatar strike'

Trump:

'Qatar is a great ally, Israel needs to be careful'

US President Trump describes Qatar as a "great ally" and urges Israel to "be careful" following its strike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders.

'Qatar is a great ally, Israel needs to be careful'

Trump:

'High degree of certainty' Charlie Kirk's murderer in custody

US President Donald Trump revealed that, 'with a high degree of certainty,' the suspect in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was arrested.

'High degree of certainty' Charlie Kirk's murderer in custody

Donald Trump:

'We've got 67 hostages back without paying any money'

President Donald Trump said 67 hostages were freed without ransom, contrasting his approach with Biden’s, 'Biden would pay $6 billion for 5 hostages ... I told Hamas, 'We want our hostages back,''

'We've got 67 hostages back without paying any money'

After Israeli strike:

Qatar's PM heads to US to meet Trump

Qatar's PM to visit the US to discuss Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha, Gaza ceasefire talks, and expanding defense cooperation with American officials, including President Trump.

Qatar's PM heads to US to meet Trump

Trump:

'I hope Doha strike won't affect hostage negotiations'

Trump asked by reporter how Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha will affect hostage deal negotiations: Hopefully it won't affect it at all.

'I hope Doha strike won't affect hostage negotiations'

Report:

Trump's security heightened after murder of Charlie Kirk

President Trump's security has reportedly been increased following the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, with changes to a Pentagon event and security measures for a Yankees game.

Trump's security heightened after murder of Charlie Kirk

Trump announces

Charlie Kirk to receive posthumous Medal of Freedom

At September 11 event at the Pentagon, President Trump announces that he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk, who was assassinate yesterday.

Charlie Kirk to receive posthumous Medal of Freedom

Qatar's missed warning call

The Pentagon identified missiles fired toward Qatar and informed the White House. Trump instructed his envoy to warn the Qatari prime minister, but he did not answer the phone.

Qatar's missed warning call

America must wake up:

Charlie Kirk took the bullet for the President

The loss of Charlie Kirk must be recognized as one of the most brazen assaults on the U.S. Government in modern history - and the response must fit the crime. Opinion.

Charlie Kirk took the bullet for the President

Trump on Kirk assassination:

'A dark moment for America'

President Trump mourns Charlie Kirk’s assassination, calling him a patriot and martyr: Violence and murder are the tragic consequence of demonizing those with whom you disagree.

'A dark moment for America'