Trump clarifies Sweden comments
Trump says comments that baffled Sweden were reference to Fox News story.
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Trump says comments that baffled Sweden were reference to Fox News story.

Coalition for Jewish Values calls Trump's choice for Ambassador to Israel 'a breath of fresh air', calls on US Senate to confirm him.

WH officials believe former UN ambassador and long-time Trump supporter will continue national security vision of Gen. Michael Flynn.

Swedish embassy asks US what President Trump meant when he said 'look at what happened in Sweden" last night.

US media miss no chance to undermine Trump. This time he 'invented' non-existent terrorist attack.

Yesha Council rejects Netanyahu's formation of joint team to coordinate Judea and Samaria construction with US.

Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister speaks about Iranian threat and what he expects from Trump.

Netanyahu speaks about Trump, Pence meetings, says US-Israel connection is seeing 'a new day,' forms team to deal with Judea and Samaria.

Gilad Erdan says Trump's request to 'hold back a bit' could have meant 2-3 days, no reason not to allow Jews to build.

Report claims Trump to deploy 100,000 National Guard troops to round up infiltrators.

Homeland Security Secretary says Trump working on a streamlined version of executive order on travel from Muslim nations.

Trump vows to achieve his agenda despite the "lies" by the media.

US Reform movement publicizes statement claiming Friedman has 'extreme views' on Israel and 'lacks qualifications' to be ambassador.

In his weekly address, President Trump discusses meeting with Netanyahu, stresses the bond between the countries.

J Street Israel director slams Trump's pick for ambassador, can't recall incidents where J Street refused to work with pro-Israel groups.

Prime Minister says Trump administration 'a new age' in US-Israel relations, says he and the president have same views on the region.

Jake Turx, the haredi journalist whose question to Trump on anti-Semitism drew national attention, says Trump right to get defensive.

Following meeting on Wednesday, President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu pledge to form 'working groups' for US-Israel cooperation.

Retired Vice Admiral Robert Harward turns down offer to serve as national security adviser.

Fatah Central Committee member accuses Netanyahu of working against establishment of Palestinian state.

American Jewish Committee, Anti-Defamation League decry Trump’s treatment of reporter who asked about anti-Semitic incidents.

President Trump to roll out new immigration executive order tailored to court decision that paused his travel ban.

President Trump appears to misunderstand haredi reporter's question about rise in anti-Semitism in the United States.

Ambassador to UN says US not rejecting two-state solution - but is willing to consider new ideas.

French Foreign Minister unsure over US position regarding Israeli-Arab conflict, calls recent statements 'worrying'.

Former MK Yehuda Harel asks why PM requested Trump recognize Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights without recognizing Jerusalem first.

Transportation Minister says meeting between Trump and Netanyahu marks new era in US-Israel relations, calls to annex Maaleh Adumim.

Poll reveals little trust between Israelis, PA residents. Few believe Trump will press sides back to negotiating table.

Iran FM spokesman dismisses Netanyahu, Trump remarks as 'nonsense,' revealing 'bitter truth.'

As usual, Israeli leftist media portrays depression and negativity, as if Trump demanded building freeze, not they.

MK Tibi responds to Trump's comments indicating that he could live without a two-state solution.

Israel Hayom newspaper Foreign Editor summarizes Netanyahu-Trump summit; gauges Trump much more attentive to Israel's security needs.

Defense Minister Liberman talks about the Netanyahu-Trump talks in Washington. 'Their body language indicated chemistry and trust.'

The White House summarizes the meeting between Netanyahu and Trump.

PA chairman Abbas says he's willing to work with Trump administration, blasts Netanyahu for "destroying two-state solution".

Netanyahu says Trump’s administration now understands that the meaning of the Holocaust was the attempt to eradicate the Jews.

Netanyahu speaks with reporters after meeting Trump, does not mention two-state solution.

Coalition politicians welcomed President Trump's warm approach to Israel and described the summit meeting as 'the end of the two-state era."

US President and PM Netanyahu give joint press conference before first meeting since Trump's inauguration.

Dr. Hagi Ben-Artzi proves only Jews live under occupied conditions, says if PM fails test, 'we'll replace him.'

Mike Huckabee says Judea and Samaria should be 'open,' says he thinks Trump will take 'very positive steps' supporting Israel.

FBI investigates former & current US officials, finds phone records showing Trump campaign contacted Russia prior to elections.

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano says Trump administration has yet to be in touch about their criticism of the Iran nuclear deal.

Senior White House official: Peace is the goal, but we will no longer insist on “two-state solution”.

White House press secretary says Trump asked National Security Adviser to step down because of "erosion of trust".

Netanyahu to explain to Trump Palestinian state lacks practical feasibility, Israeli readiness to negotiate vs. Palestinian refusal.

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer says President Trump taking strong stand against Russian occupation of Crimea, actions in Ukraine.

Foreign editor of Yisrael Hayom discusses Netanyahu-Trump meeting, interview with President.

TV news editor attacks Israeli right's attitude to what he calls 'anti-Semitic extreme right-wing parties' abroad.

Minister appeals to US President from Jerusalem Conference podium: 'Allow Prime Minister one more passenger on plane: Mr. Pollard.'

'Entire Israel belongs to Jewish People, right enshrined in every Temple Mount excavation; There shall be no Palestinian state.'


National Security Adviser Michael Flynn steps down following reports he discussed sanctions against Russia with the country's ambassador.

Rep. Eliot Engel calls on President to fire National Security Adviser over reports he consulted with Russia on sensitive issues.

Diplomatic source: We came to listen to the new administration. Iran will be the main issue discussed.

Performance art project spearheaded by Jewish actor Shia LaBeouf against Trump presidency closed by a New York City museum.

Trump vows to deal with North Korea "very strongly" following its latest ballistic missile test.

Anti-Zionist hasidim to demonstrate outside White House during meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Donald Trump.

White House sources say US President will not mention two states or pressure PM on construction during meeting

Likud members and Yesha leaders gather to establish firm stance on Judea and Samaria prior to PM's meeting with President Trump.
