Donald Trump

Trump:

'Getting closer to returning hostages, Hamas are very bad people'

US envoy Steve Witkoff tells hostage families a deal to return their loved ones could be "a matter of days.

ANALYSIS:

Trump hopes Netanyahu is 'appreciated...he’s been a great leader’

After being with Israeli's PM at the Oval Office: The bottom line is that there is a great battle of civilizations taking place, a World Series, that includes the West.

Trump on Iran:

'If it requires military action, Israel will be the leader'

Trump says that Israel would lead military action to thwart Iran’s nuclear program, should such action be required.

China not included

Stock market surges as Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days

US President says tariffs on China will rise to 125% in response to China's latest economic moves against the US, but tariffs on the rest of the world will be frozen to allow for negotiations.

Trump nails it on Gaza

Trump said to Netanyahu that he cannot understand why Israel left Gaza. I said the same in 2005, but the Left thought it was a great idea. As Trump said, how did that work out? Opinion.

White House Press Secretary:

'There will be hell to pay if Iran doesn't make a deal'

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump’s sanctions have crippled Iran’s terror funding and warns of “grave consequences” if Tehran rejects diplomacy.

'You saved my life'

Freed hostages thank Trump, call for efforts to free others

Keith Siegel, Aviva Siegel and Iair Horn, former hostages released from Hamas captivity, thank Trump during a Republican event, crediting him with saving their lives and urging him to keep working to secure the release of the remaining hostages in Gaza. Trump: We’ll not rest until your loved ones have been returned home.

Iranian officials:

'Trump’s proposed deal is unacceptable'

Iranian leaders dismiss US President Trump’s proposed nuclear agreement, calling his demands unacceptable and reiterating their refusal to engage in direct negotiations with Washington.

US raises tariffs on China to 104%

After China fails to comply with Trump's ultimatum to remove its retaliatory tariffs, US raises its tariffs on China by another 50%.

Report:

US is considering drone strikes on Mexican drug cartels

US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering drone strikes against Mexican drug cartels, even without the consent of the Mexican government.

PM's message after US trip:

'Eliminating Hamas and Iran's nuclear program'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu concludes visit to US, emphasizes cooperation with President Trump on a variety of issues.

Report:

Israel was not informed of direct negotiations with Iran

A source familiar with the details stated that although the possibility that Trump would renew contact with Iran was taken into account, it was evident that Netanyahu did not know in advance about the move.

'Ball is in America's court'

Iranian FM confirms indirect Iran–US nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stresses that the upcoming nuclear talks with the US in Oman will be indirect, contradicting President Trump's claim of a direct meeting.

'I feel better than ever'

Trump to undergo annual physical

President Donald Trump announces he will undergo a routine physical exam on Friday at a military hospital.

Iran insists:

Upcoming talks with the US will be indirect

Iran dismisses President Trump’s claim of direct nuclear talks, calling it a psychological tactic. Iranian officials say the planned meeting in Oman will be indirect, with diplomats relaying messages. Iran may consider direct talks later if progress is made.

Trump:

'I don't understand why Israel gave up Gaza'

Netanyahu promises to cut the trade deficit between the US and Israel. Trump explains plan for Gaza and adds: 'I don't understand why Israel ever gave it up...They took ocean-front property and gave it away for peace - how did that work out? Not good.'

Captivity survivors to Trump:

'We endured hell, every minute is torture for remaining hostages'

Following a week of high-level meetings in Washington, D.C., survivors of Hamas captivity— Iair Horn, Aviva Siegel, and Keith Siegel — shared a message ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s expected meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Ahead of key talks with Trump

Netanyahu lands in Washington, meets US Commerce Secretary

Prime Minister Netanyahu lands in Washington to meet with President Trump and top US officials. Trump says he will discuss trade issues with the Prime Minister.

Iran: US can only dream of a nuclear deal like Libya

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirms that no direct negotiations have occurred between Tehran and Washington following US outreach, dismisses any possibility of a Libya-style nuclear agreement with the US.

'I hope I can help'

Netanyahu leaves for US to talk to Trump about tariffs

Prime Minister Netanyahu leaves Hungary for the US where he will meet with President Trump to discuss the situation in Gaza as well as the new 17% tariff on Israeli goods.

Trump extends TikTok sale deadline again as talks continue

President Donald Trump announces another 75-day delay in enforcing the TikTok sale-or-ban law, citing ongoing negotiations to secure a deal that would keep the app accessible in the US.

Trump:

'I'd like to get as many hostages as we can'

President Trump says he aims to free as many Gaza hostages as possible, notes the progress in hostage releases since his involvement.

Trump:

Netanyahu may visit the US next week

US President says he spoke with Netanyahu and adds the Prime Minister may visit the United States next week or “sometime in the not so distant future.”

Trump signals Iran may seek direct talks on nuclear deal

President Trump suggests Iran now wants direct nuclear talks with the US, despite previously rejecting his offer.

17% on imports from Israel

Trump imposes sweeping tariffs on imports

US President announces sweeping new tariffs, setting a baseline 10% levy on nearly all imported goods and a 25% tariff on foreign-made automobiles. Israel will be charged with 17% tariffs.

Report:

Trump tells Cabinet Elon Musk will resign from govt. soon

US President reprotedly tells his associates and Cabinet members he and Musk agree it is time for the Tesla CEO to return to the business world and only remain in the government world as an advisor.

Costa Rican president calls Trump 'Roman Emperor'

Former Costa Rican president calls Donald Trump 'Roman emperor,' receives message that his US visa is revoked.

White House confirms:

Trump will visit Saudi Arabia in May

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirms Trump is set to visit Saudi Arabia in May, in what will be his first trip abroad in his second term.

Iran complains to UN:

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Iran complains to UN Security Council after Trump threatened the Islamic Republic with bombings and tariffs if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal.

First overseas trip

Trump confirms plans for Middle East visit

President Donald Trump announces plans to visit the Middle East in the coming weeks, marking his first foreign trip of his second term. The itinerary includes stops in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, with the possibility of additional destinations.

Trump floats David Friedman as UN ambassador

Trump says former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman is among some 30 names he is considering for the UN envoy post after withdrawing Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination.

Khamenei's advisor:

'If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons'

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, warns that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if attacked by the US or Israel, despite a religious edict banning them.

Trump:

'For Houthis and Iran, the real pain is yet to come'

US President Donald Trump issued another warning to the Houthis this evening to stop attacking ships.

Khamenei warns Trump: You'll be dealt a powerful blow

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei responds to threats from US President Donald Trump, warning against attack.

Trump:

'TikTok deal to be finalized before Saturday's deadline'

Trump says a deal with ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, will be reached before deadline by which it needs to be sold or shut down in the US.

Trump warns:

Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

US President says he would consider imposing secondary tariffs on Iran should the Islamic Republic fail to agree to a deal on its nuclear program. "I can't imagine them doing anything else but making a deal. The alternative is not going to be pretty, and I do not prefer that."

Report:

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May on first foreign trip

Sources tell Axios that US President Donald Trump is expected to travel to Saudi Arabia in mid-May, marking his first foreign trip since returning to the White House. No plans at this time for a trip to Israel.

Trump hints at third term: I'm not joking

US President makes his most explicit remark yet about seeking a third term, stating “I’m not joking” when asked about the possibility.

Amit Segal wonders:

Is Trump serious about his threats against Iran?

Israeli political pundit explains that while Trump's threats are usually just means of pressure, this time it is different.

Yarden Bibas to 60 Minutes:

'I'm here because of Trump'

In his first interview after being released from Hamas captivity, Yarden Bibas calls on the US President to stop the fighting and bring home the remaining hostages.

Trump threats Iran:

'There will be bombing like they have never seen before'

The US President threatened severe consequences if Iran refuses a nuclear deal.

Iran officially rejects direct talks with US

Tehran responds to Trump’s outreach with firm rejection, citing lack of trust and unfulfilled promises.

Why Trump's Ukraine policies have US Jews worried

Jewish People Policy Institute poll shows majority of US Jews fear President Trump's policy toward Ukraine will negatively impact Israel.

Shabbos Kestenbaum:

'Fight won't end with Columbia - Harvard, UCLA & Yale are next'

Activist and Harvard graduate Shabbos Kestenbaum addresses the effects the Trump administration has had on antisemitism on US campuses.

Michael Rapaport at TA Rally:

'A piece of my heart lives here'

Comedian Michael Rappaport spoke to a rally of hostages' families in Tel Aviv and emphasized that he could not possibly stay silent in the face of the hostility he had witnessed against Jews in Israel and around the world.

Columbia University president resigns

After succumbing to government demands to combat anti-Semitism, Katrina Armstrong, the interim president of Columbia University, resigned from her position.

Trump warns:

'Bad things' will happen to Iran without a deal

US President says his preference is to work out a deal with Iran on its nuclear program, "but if we don't work it out, bad, bad things are going to happen to Iran".

Via Oman:

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country sent a response via Oman to Trump's letter calling for new nuclear deal: Our policy is still to not engage in direct negotiations, but indirect negotiations can continue.

Trump:

Houthis are ‘dying for peace’ after successful US strikes

US President says the Houthi rebels in Yemen want peace because "they're getting the hell knocked out of them", but also stresses US strikes on them are going to continue for a long time.

Amid renewed fighting

UAE President discusses Gaza ceasefire with Trump

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan speaks to Trump, stresses importance of making humanitarian aid available to Gaza’s residents.

Over revoked funding

Columbia University faculty sue Trump administration

Faculty members at Columbia University file lawsuit against the Trump administration in effort to restore $400 million in federal funding that was withdrawn over concerns related to antisemitism.

Despite promise:

Columbia pres. says there is no mask ban

US President Trump's team says Columbia agreed to “enforcing a strict anti-masking policy,' interim President Katrina Armstrong tells faculty there is no mask ban.

Report:

Trump considering Nat. Security Advisor's future following leak

After mistakenly adding a journalist to a sensitive group chat, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz faces growing pressure, as the White House debates his fate and President Trump considers his options.

Trump:

'More nations seek to join the Abraham Accords'

Trump says increasing numbers of countries are looking to join the Abraham Accords. Vance: The Biden administration did absolutely nothing with the Abraham Accords, purely out of political spite.

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi clarifies that negotiations with the United States are not possible unless Washington changes its approach.

What was leaked from the US Department of Defense?

Trump administration announces it will conduct lie detector tests on Pentagon officials, following allegations that information from US Department of Defense was leaked.

Father of last living US hostage pins hopes on Trump

Adi Alexander, the father of Edan Alexander, tells the AP he is not willing to lay the blame for the failure to reach stage 2 of the hostage deal on the Israeli government.

After funding cut

Columbia bows to Trump, agrees to sweeping campus reforms

Columbia University agrees to comply with Trump’s demands for reforms in order to restore $400 million in federal funding that was revoked earlier this month over anti-Israel activity on campus.

Iran:

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.

Mike Waltz:

'Hamas chose war, Israel has the right to defend'

Trump’s National Security Advisor expresses support for Israel’s renewed military campaign against Hamas: The ceasefire would have been extended if Hamas released all remaining hostages.