Donald Trump

WSJ report:

Trump told Netanyahu Qatar strike was 'not wise' in heated call

President Donald Trump told PM Netanyahu the Qatar strike on Hamas leaders was “not wise,” per WSJ. Netanyahu defended the move, citing urgency.

After 2 years in captivity

Elizabeth Tsurkov arrives in Israel

Israeli-Russian researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov returned to Israel this evening, more than two years after she was abducted by Iran-linked terrorists in Iraq and a day after she was freed.

'Greatest friend of Israel'

PM attends ceremony for the President Donald Trump Promenade

Prime Minister Netanyahu attends the cornerstone-laying ceremony for the 'President Donald Trump Promenade' in Bat Yam.

Trump meets with hostage's families and captivity survivors

President Trump reiterated his commitment to releasing all the hostages and reassured the families that his administration is working very hard and that they will get them out.

Message to Embassy celebration:

Trump salutes IDF and Operation Midnight Hammer

Watch: President Trump sends video greeting to the US Embassy in Jerusalem’s celebration of 249 years of US independence, praising American troops, Israeli allies, and Ambassador Huckabee.

Trump:

'I’m not thrilled about the Israeli strike in Qatar'

President Trump voices strong disapproval of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, calling it “not a good situation” and stressing the urgent need to recover hostages.

Trump announces:

Israeli-Russian researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov freed from captivity

US President announces the release of Elizabeth Tsurkov, held by Kata’ib Hezbollah in Iraq since 2023. She is now safe at the US Embassy.

Trump:

'Decision to strike Qatar was made by Netanyahu, not me'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump clarifies that Israel’s strike on Hamas in Qatar was Netanyahu’s decision, not his, calls for peace and vows no future attacks on Qatari soil.

PM Netanyahu:

'Today, Israel and I have kept the promise'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke about the attacks in Qatar at the American Independence Day event in Jerusalem, declaring 'At the beginning of the war, I promised that none of them would escape, and we are systematically eliminating them.'

Trump to Qatar

'Nothing like this will happen again on your soil'

White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt: "President Trump instructed Special Envoy Steve Witkoff to notify the Qataris of the impending attack"

Israel wants to end the war

Israel adopts Trump's proposal

During a meeting with Croatian PM Andrej Plenković, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar stated that Israel was interested in ending the war in accordance with President Trump’s initiative and the principles set by Israel's Security Cabinet.

Trump:

'I think we’ll have a Gaza deal very soon'

President Trump says a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal may be close, expresses hope that all hostages - living and dead - will be returned.

In response to Trump

Hamas stipulates terms for ceasefire

Hamas responds positively to Trump’s ceasefire proposal, welcoming talks but imposing conditions of Gaza withdrawal, prisoner release, and a commitment to uphold agreements.

'This is my last warning'

President Trump's proposal for a comprehensive deal with Hamas

The proposal would see all 48 hostages released on the first day, along with terrorists and Palestinian Arab detainees.

US moves to advance deal for release of all hostages

The United States has conveyed, via an Israeli intermediary, key principles for a comprehensive agreement to secure the release of hostages and end the war in Gaza.

Mother of hostage:

'I was updated that my son is in immediate danger'

Anat Angrest, mother of hostage Matan, reported that she received a phone update yesterday saying her son is 'in immediate danger.'

Enormous flag at Hostages Square: 'Trump, save the hostages now!'

At demonstration in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, protesters fly enormous flag calling on US President Donald Trump to act to free the hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza.

Adams rejects rumors, says he’s staying in NYC mayoral race

Mayor Eric Adams confirms he’s staying in the NYC mayoral race despite reports of a Trump-backed ambassadorship offer aimed at reshaping the election.

Trump warns Hamas:

Release hostages or face 'nasty' consequences

Trump says hostage talks with Hamas are underway, warning of “nasty” consequences if they refuse. He fears some hostages may have died, but hopes he's wrong.

Trump signs order:

Defense Department rebranded as 'Department of War'

Watch: President Trump signs an order renaming the Defense Department to “Department of War,” reviving its pre-1949 title and authorizing sweeping changes.

Report:

Eric Adams weighs leaving mayoral race for Trump post

New York Times reports that NYC Mayor Eric Adams is considering a Trump admin job as part of Trump’s bid to clear the NYC mayoral field for Andrew Cuomo to defeat Mamdani.

Trump to sign order to rename Pentagon ‘Department of War’

President Trump will sign an executive order reviving the historic “Department of War” title for the Pentagon, part of a broader push to restore a “warrior ethos” in US military culture.

To boost Cuomo

Report: Trump team mulls jobs for Adams, Sliwa

The New York Times reports that Trump advisers are weighing roles for Eric Adams and Curtis Sliwa to help Andrew Cuomo defeat anti-Israel candidate Mamdani in NYC’s mayoral race.

Boehler to Hamas:

'Better pay attention to Trump'

US hostage envoy Adam Boehler advises Hamas to listen to Trump’s demands that it release all 20 living Israeli hostages, after the group claims interest in a deal but keeps its old preconditions.

'All 20, not 2, 5, or 7'

Trump's message to Hamas: 'Things will change rapidly'

US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to call on the Hamas terrorist organization to release all 20 living Israeli hostages.

Trump laughs off viral death rumors, blames media double standard

President Donald Trump dismisses rumors claiming he had died over Labor Day weekend. Calling the speculation 'crazy' and 'fake,' he joked about media bias, contrasting the scrutiny he faces with the treatment of former President Joe Biden.

Netanyahu praises Trump, Rubio for blocking PA officials

Netanyahu thanks President and Secretary of State for denying visas to PA officials ahead of the UN General Assembly: Denying visas to those who glorify terror is justice.

‘Great American Patriot’

Trump to award Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Trump announces that Rudy Giuliani will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The announcement comes as Giuliani is recovering in hospital following an accident.

Trump:

'Israel no longer commands Congress like it once did'

President Donald Trump tells Daily Caller Israel’s once-dominant lobby in Congress has weakened: They may be winning the war, but they’re not winning the world of public relations, and it is hurting them.

Hamas Responds To Trump:

'Gaza is not for sale'

A senior Hamas official said, 'Gaza is not a city on the map or a forgotten geographic strip, but part of the greater Palestinian homeland.'

Cousin of murdered hostage:

Trump could broker 'ultimate deal' to free hostages

In live virtual conversation, Gil Dickmann mourns his cousin Carmel Gat, murdered a year ago in captivity, and urges leaders to end the war and bring hostages home, calling Trump the one who could broker the “ultimate deal.”

Trump:

'Never felt better in my life'

Trump dismisses health rumors on Truth Social, following viral “Trump Is Dead” tweets on the weekend.

Report:

Trump moves ahead with Pentagon renaming to 'Dept. of War'

Wall Street Journal reports that legislative proposals are underway to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War, with support from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

'Trump is dead' rumor sparks wave of controversy online

Thousands of tweets using the phrase 'Trump is dead' have caused uproar as the White House tried to reassure the public that President Trump was alive and well.

Abbas:

'US visa denial violates international law'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas condemns the US decision to deny visas to PA officials, calling it a breach of international law and urging reversal ahead of the UN General Assembly.

US to block Abbas from attending UN General Assembly

In a historic decision, the Trump administration reaffirms commitment to not reward terrorism and revokes visas of Palestinian officials, preventing them from attending UNGA.

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Kamala Harris

President Donald Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Kamala Harris, extended by undisclosed Biden order.

Dermer to White House:

'Israel wants out of Gaza - if conditions are met'

Axios report: Minister Ron Dermer told Trump’s team during a meeting on Wednesday that Israel won’t be in Gaza long-term, but needs a viable alternative to Hamas.

Trump hosts Gaza war strategy meeting with Blair and Kushner

US President leads a policy meeting on Gaza with Tony Blair and Jared Kushner, focusing on aid, hostages, and post-war strategy, as global concern mounts over worsening humanitarian conditions.

President Trump:

Charge Soros under RICO for US unrest ties

In a strongly worded post, President Trump calls for RICO charges against George Soros and his son, citing their alleged ties to violent protests.

Netanyahu:

'The massacre wouldn't have happened if Trump was president'

Netanyahu said in an interview on Patrick Bet-David's podcast that the October 7th massacre would probably not have happened if Donald Trump had been in office.

Witkoff:

Trump will chair Gaza 'day after' meeting at White House

US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff says President Trump will chair a major White House meeting on a "comprehensive" Gaza plan, states that Hamas must be excluded from future governance.

Netanyahu to the cabinet:

'I don't know why Trump said hostages have died'

During the Security Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Netanyahu discussed remarks by the US President that fewer than 20 hostages are alive.

'We’re just gonna do it'

Trump plans to rename Defense Department to Department of War

President Donald Trump announces his administration will likely rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War to restore a "warrior ethos" and move away from "woke ideology."

Trump pushing for Israeli-Syrian agreement at UN Assembly

A source involved in the talks said the US administration is seeking to advance a joint declaration by Israel and Syria on security arrangements by the UN General Assembly in September.

President Trump:

'Fewer than 20 hostages remain alive in Gaza'

U.S. President Donald Trump again said that there remain 'probably less than 20, because one or two are gone.'

VP Vance:

'Trump wants me focused on governing, not 2028'

US Vice President JD Vance says President Trump wants him focused on governance, not on speculation ahead of 2028.

Hegseth fires general over Iran strike assessment

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fires general whose agency's intelligence report contradicted Trump and Netanyahu's assessment of the Iran nuclear strikes.

Netanyahu to OAN:

'Hamas starving hostages while media spreads lies'

In an exclusive interview with One America News, PM Netanyahu discusses the Gaza war, the propaganda against Israel, and his strong alliance with President Donald Trump, emphasizing that Hamas starves hostages.

Trump:

'There are probably less than 20 living hostages in Gaza'

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters on the Gaza war, stating that fewer than 20 hostages are likely still alive and that the situation is a form of blackmail that must end. Gal Hirsch: There is no change in the information we have.

'Total Victory'

Court tosses $500 million judgment against Trump

New York appeals court voids the $500 million judgment against Trump in civil fraud case, calling it an "excessive fine." Trump says the ruling is a “total victory”.

White House joins TikTok to promote Trump’s message

White House launches an official TikTok account to promote President Trump's message to over 150 million Americans.

Trump to Mark Levin:

Netanyahu is a 'war hero'

In an interview with Mark Levin, President Trump calls Prime Minister Netanyahu a "war hero" and praises him for his efforts to free Hamas-held hostages.

New hope for Ukraine:

Trump arranging Putin-Zelenskyy summit

President Trump announces he is arranging a direct meeting between Presidents Putin and Zelenskyy to negotiate an end to the nearly four-year-long war in Ukraine. The announcement follows a day of high-level meetings at the White House.

Families Plead With Trump:

Legacy could be ending Gaza, Ukraine wars

Families of Israelis held in Gaza urged President Trump to seize the moment and achieve a 'deal of all deals' to end both the Gaza and Ukraine wars and secure the hostages’ release.

President Trump:

'Hostages will return only when Hamas is destroyed'

In a social media post, the US President tied the fate of hostages held by Hamas to the group's total military defeat, urging swift and decisive action.

Alaska summit

Putin and Trump meet for critical talks on Ukraine

Russian President Putin and US President Trump arrive in Alaska for a summit focusing on the Ukraine war. The meeting will include key advisers from both sides.

'Be the President of Peace'

Captivity survivors, murdered hostages' wife appeal to Trump

Captivity survivors and wife of murdered hostage appeal to President Trump, warning expanded military activity endangers hostages and urging comprehensive deal for their release.

Samaria governor urges US sanctions against PA leaders

The head of the Samaria Regional Council called on President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to impose personal sanctions on a PA official after he made comments supporting the October 7th massacre.

Nadler campaigns with Mamdani, slams Cuomo

Most senior Jewish member of the House of Representatives joins New York City mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, who has been criticized for his anti-Israel bias.