Donald Trump

Piers Morgan blames Trump for hospitalization

British presenter Piers Morgan revealed he broke his hip during a visit to a restaurant in London, and tweeted, 'I blame Donald Trump'.

Family comes full circle:

Grandfather redeemed Gaza land; great-grandson will rebuild Gaza

Real estate tycoon Yakir Gabay, a Jerusalem native and son of a former Justice Ministry official, was appointed to the executive council under President Trump’s “Peace Council" to advance Gaza’s rehabilitation.

Report:

Trump seeks $1B buy‑in for Gaza 'Board of Peace'

Bloomberg reports that Trump seeks $1B from countries for permanent seats on his new Board of Peace.

New details revealed:

Why Trump chose not to strike Iran this week

Washington Post report provides new details on Trump’s decision to halt imminent US airstrikes on Iran after executions were canceled.

Former US Ambassador:

'Trump may target Iran’s Supreme Leader within days'

Former US Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro warns Trump may attempt to eliminate Iran’s Supreme Leader, saying rising tensions and US military positioning could trigger major strikes but not immediate regime change.

US official: Gaza is our way or the highway

US President Donald Trump's advisers reject criticism of Board of Peace, say Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must make a choice, Axios reports.

Nick Fuentes: My problem with Trump ‘is that he is not Hitler’

Nick Fuentes escalates rhetoric, says US President Donald Trump falls short of extremist agenda.

Israel rejects Trump's Gaza Peace Council

Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that Trump's Gaza Peace Council was contrary to Israeli policy.

Khamenei accuses Trump of fueling unrest, warns enemies

'We will not let international or local criminals go unpunished,' Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warns.

Report:

Trump, Netanyahu held second phone call to discuss Iran

Axios reports that Trump and Netanyahu spoke on Thursday night to discuss Iran, their second phone call in two days on the Iran crisis.

Trump:

'Nobody convinced me not to strike Iran, I convinced myself'

Trump thanks Iran’s regime for cancelling hundreds of planned executions, denies reports that he was convinced by Israel or Arab countries not to strike Iran.

'Historic meeting'

Venezuelan opposition leader gives Trump her Nobel medal

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado calls her meeting with Trump “historic," urges US support for Venezuela’s opposition.

Witkoff reveals:

'Trump shed a tear meeting freed hostages at the White House'

Speaking at the IAC National Summit, Witkoff says Trump shed a tear during the White House visit of 20 freed hostages, and reflects on his own personal loss and the meaning he found in helping their families.

Report:

Trump advised major Iran strike unlikely to topple regime

US officials tell the Wall Street Journal that Trump’s advisers warned him that a major strike won’t topple the Iranian regime and could spark wider conflict.

Witkoff on Iran:

'I hope there’s a diplomatic solution'

Speaking at IAC National Summit in Florida, Steve Witkoff urges a diplomatic solution on Iran’s enrichment, missiles, material stockpiles and proxies, and voices support for the Iranian people.

Trump:

'Hamas must return the final hostage and disarm'

Trump announces Phase Two of his Gaza peace plan, backs a new Palestinian technocratic government, and demands Hamas disarm and return the final hostage’s body to Israel.

Phase Two of Gaza plan:

Trump announces launch of 'Board of Peace for Gaza'

Trump launches the “Board of Peace for Gaza" as part of his peace plan. The names of the members will be made public at a later date.

Iran attack postponed

The dramatic phone call between Netanyahu and Trump

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with US President Donald Trump and reportedly asked him to delay the possibility of a military strike on Iran.

Sen. Graham:

Reports Trump backed down from Iran action 'beyond inaccurate'

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) refuted reports that President Donald Trump was backing down from US action in Iran.

Report

Ronald Lauder pushed Trump to try to annex Greenland

John Bolton claims that Trump considered purchasing Greenland following a proposal by a businessman - the Jewish billionaire Ronald Lauder.

'Protest symbol' will not be put to death

Erfan Soltani, who was sentenced to death for his part in the protests in Iran, will not be executed.

Security echelon estimates:

US strike won't necessarily lead to attack on Israel

Immediate threat to Israel from possible US strike on Iran, high alert maintained.

Trump says Iran regime may fall, but withholds backing Pahlavi

In an interview with Reuters, Trump says Iran’s regime could fall amid deadly protests but hesitates to back Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, questioning whether Iranians would accept him as a leader.

Report:

Trump would want Iran strike to be decisive

Sources tell NBC News that Trump has instructed his national security team that any strike on Iran must deliver a decisive blow to the regime rather than trigger prolonged conflict.

Heightened alert:

Iran closes its airspace

Iran closes its airspace except for approved flights. Meanwhile, fighter jets heard over Iraq.

Trump:

Killing in Iran has stopped

The President seemed to hint that the Iranian forces who shot protesters were shot at as well: 'They said people were shooting at them with guns and they shot back.'

Highest alert

US attack to alter Israeli Home Front guidelines

Israeli officials estimate the US may take military action against Iran in the coming days, a move expected to affect Israel’s Home Front Command guidelines and regional security preparedness.

European officials:

US attack on Iran closing in

European officials say President Trump has decided to take military action against the Iranian regime, and it is only a matter of time.

Report:

Trump to announce second phase of Gaza plan today

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to announce the second phase, including international oversight and a Palestinian technocratic government, despite Hamas not releasing the hostage Ran Gvili.

Report:

Israel, Arab states urge Trump to delay major strikes on Iran

Israeli and Arab officials urge Trump to delay major strikes on Iran despite intense protests and rising casualties, according to NBC News.

Report:

Trump and Mamdani quietly texting despite past clashes

Axios reveals that Trump and NYC Mayor Mamdani have been privately texting for weeks, forming an unlikely rapport.

Trump warns Iran:

'Very strong action' if protesters are hanged

In an interview with CBS News, Trump warns Iran of “very strong action" if it hangs protesters, pledging help for Iranian citizens.

German Chancellor:

'Iranian regime in its final days and weeks’

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Iran’s regime nearing collapse as widespread protests and deadly crackdown grip the country, with mounting international pressure and warnings from President Trump over Tehran’s actions.

Trump

'Iranians, keep protesting, help is on the way'

US President posts message of support to Iranian people as reports emerge of massive death toll in regime crackdown.

Trump:

'Antisemites have no place in MAGA'

President Trump pushed back on the recent increase in antisemitic rhetoric from far-right figures in the USA, saying that he did not want them either in the MAGA movement or Republican party.

Report:

Trump briefed on cyber, psychological tools against Iran

CBS News reports that Trump has been briefed on expanded military, cyber, and psychological options as Iran’s protests escalate.

Trump imposes 25% tariff on nations doing business with Iran

Trump announces a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran amid the ongoing unrest in the Islamic Republic.

Clash of narratives

Does Trump favor diplomacy or the military option in Iran?

White House officials debate how best to respond to Tehran, as some officials say the President prefers the military option, the White House claims he is leaning toward diplomacy.

Report:

Iran scrambles to contact Trump envoy amid threats

An Axios report says Iran’s foreign minister contacted a senior Trump envoy amid rising tensions, as President Trump weighs military options while leaving the door open to renewed nuclear talks.

Trump:

'We’re considering very strong options on Iran'

Trump says Iran is nearing his red line as protests escalate, warning the US is reviewing “very strong options" and monitoring developments “every hour."

Nobel winner tries to gift prize to Trump

Norwegian Nobel Institute rejects the request of Venezuelan opposition leader to transfer the Peace Prize to Trump for Operation Absolute Resolve.

'Military not ready'

Report: US commanders tell Trump to delay any Iran attack

According to a Telegraph report, US military commanders have warned the President that additional time is needed to prepare forces before any potential strikes against Iran.

Military action on the table

Trump administration exploring options in Iran

US officials say President Trump is reviewing military and 'non-kinetic' options as protests intensify in Iran and the regime faces growing pressure.

Will the US intervene?

Report: Trump weighing new strike options on Iran

The New York Times reports that Trump is weighing new military strike options against Iran over its crackdown on protesters.

Iran protests:

Crown Prince appeals to Trump amid blackout, deadly crackdown

Reza Pahlavi urges President Trump to act as protests in Iran continue for the 13th day, warning the regime may use the internet shutdown to intensify its crackdown.

Vance to Europe: Take Trump seriously on Greenland

US Vice President accuses Denmark and Europe of failing to protect Greenland as Trump renews his push to acquire the island.

Trump warns Iran again:

'If they shoot protesters, we’re going to hit them very hard'

Speaking on Fox News, Trump says Iran has been put on notice that any killing of protesters will trigger a “very hard" US response, as protests intensify across Iran.

After Maduro capture

Senate moves to curb Trump’s Venezuela actions

Senate advances a bipartisan resolution to limit Trump’s military actions in Venezuela after Maduro’s capture.

Iran unrest

Iranian Crown Prince thanks Trump, slams regime

Reza Pahlavi condemns Iran for cutting communications amid mass protests and thanks President Trump for warning Tehran, urging world leaders to help restore access and support demonstrators.

Will Trump meet with Iran's Crown Prince?

Activists close to President Donald Trump are urging him to meet exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi amid protests in Iran, though no meeting has yet been confirmed.

Watch

What does Bondi Beach hero Ahmed Al Ahmed think of Trump?

Al Ahmed, who was wounded while disarming one of the terrorists who massacred Jews celebrating Hanukkah in Sydney, visited and prayed at the tomb of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Trump to launch second phase of ceasefire next week

The US president will announce the establishment of a "Peace Council" as part of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement. The council's envoy will be Nikolay Mladenov.

Ken’s Thought of the Week:

Predictions and hopes at the start of 2026

2025 saw widespread chaos worldwide, as those defending Judeo-Christian norms and Western Civilization found themselves under attack, but 2026 can see us victorious if we act resolutely to win. Opinion.

Key UN agencies

Trump cuts ties with 66 global bodies

Trump signs an order withdrawing US support from 66 international bodies, including UN agencies and the UN climate treaty.

Trump to launch Gaza Board of Peace next week

Axios report: Trump is set to unveil the Gaza Board of Peace, a 15‑nation body overseeing a new Palestinian Arab technocratic government and Gaza reconstruction.

Iran’s army chief to Trump:

'Do not interfere in our internal unrest'

Iran’s army chief warns President Trump not to interfere in the country’s internal affairs, claiming that the “enemy" is behind the violent unrest.

Senator Graham:

'Khameini will wake up dead'

Senator Lindsey Graham took to Fox News to speak directly to the Iranian protesters - and to their ruler.

White House:

'Trump not ruling out military option for Greenland'

The White House says President Trump is weighing “a range of options" to acquire Greenland, including potential military use.

Trump announces:

Millions of barrels of Venezuelan oil to enter US

Trump says Venezuela’s interim government will turn over billions in sanctioned crude, with the US planning to sell 30-50 million barrels.

Poll

Just one-third of Americans support action to capture Maduro

A new Reuters poll finds that only one-third of Americans support the US operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, but overall support for Trump has increased.