US Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary
Senate votes 54-45 to confirm Howard Lutnick, billionaire CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald LP, as Trump’s Commerce Secretary.
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Senate votes 54-45 to confirm Howard Lutnick, billionaire CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald LP, as Trump’s Commerce Secretary.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara drew criticism from Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar after she demanded to be consulted on the legality of Trump's plan to relocate Gaza residents.
Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan announced that the lookout point in the town of Peduel will be renamed in honor of the US President.
Rabbi Kalman Ber sent a letter to President Donald Trump in which he thanked him for his work for Israel and the Jewish people.
US National Security Advisor states that “all options are on the table” to stop Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
According to a new poll published by Channel 12 News, 68 percent of the Israeli public supports US President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza.
CNN report: Saudi Arabia has expressed openness to mediating between the Trump administration and Iran in the efforts to negotiate a new agreement aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear program.
US President comments on the ultimatum he gave to Hamas that it must release all the hostages. "I told Bibi, you do whatever you want...the next step is up to Israel, in consultation with me."
US Envoy to Middle East Steve Witkoff spoke to Channel 12 News about setting a schedule for talks on the second phase of the hostage deal, 'Everybody is receptive to that.'
In a speech to the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, Prime Minister Netanyahu stressed the importance of Israel’s alliance with the United States in achieving regional security.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went into depth on the close partnership between Israel and the Trump administration: 'There have not been opportunities like these.'
Shipment of MK-84 bombs that had been held up by the Biden Administration and released by the Trump Administration arrives in Israel.
Argentinian President Javier Milei acknowledges Trump's role in deal that led to release of Argentinian-Israeli citizen Yair Horn, says Argentina hopes for swift resolution to the conflict with "the absolute defeat of Hamas."
Donald Trump wrote that Israel would have American backing for any steps taken in response to Hamas not freeing all the hostages on Saturday.
Russell Mead: “Nations warped by Israel-hatred tend to make one dumb decision after another.” Trump: You like keeping company with regimes that wish us ill? No more money for you. Goodbye. Opinion.
Ahead of release of three hostages by Hamas scheduled for Saturday, US President says he would take a hard stance on Gaza, but is not sure what Israel will do.
Released hostage Kieth Siegel releases a video thanking President Trump for securing his release from Hamas captivity, asking the President to free the remaining hostages.
Yaron Or, the father of Avinatan Or, who is celebrating his 32nd birthday today in Hamas captivity, called on Prime Minister Netanyahu to demand the return of all the hostages tomorrow and not abandon the dozens of remaining hostages to starvation and torture.
Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters praises President Trump for securing the release of American hostages and prisoners such as Marc Fogel, express hope for the release of their loved ones.
Senior Hamas official calls for demonstrations on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to "express support for the Palestinian people's hold on their land."
Turkish President again criticizes Trump's plan for Gaza: Nobody can take Gaza away from Palestinians.
TikTok reappears on Apple and Google’s US app stores after Trump postpones its ban until April 5.
During press conference with India's Prime Minister, US President announces plans for trade route connecting India and the United States, which will pass through Israel: It's a big development.
Yellow ribbons have become mixed symbols in our divisive national context. Op-ed.
Following President Trump's executive order imposing sanctions on the ICC, the Treasury has added the court's prosecutor to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List.
United Arab Emirates Ambassador to the United States Yousef al-Otaiba tells reporter the UAE is "not yet" working on an alternative to President Trump's Gaza proposals and will look for "common ground" with the US on the issue.
Social media giant X agrees to pay approximately $10 million to settle a lawsuit filed by Trump against then-Twitter, after the social media network banned him following Jan. 6 riots.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticizes US policy towards Tehran, after Trump says he's interested in a deal with Iran.
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt acknowledges that Trump and King Abdullah II of Jordan hold differing views on Trump's proposal to relocate Gazans, but says Trump won't waiver from the plan.
US President announces that he anticipates multiple in-person meetings with Russian President, with the first likely to take place in Saudi Arabia at a date not yet known.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes tongue-in-cheek remark, suggests that Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate would be a “fantastic place” to relocate Gazans.
US President Trump's special envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff repeats president's ultimatum that Hamas release the hostages by Saturday or face consequences, says any situation where Hamas rules Gaza is 'unhealthy.'
US President meets Jordanian monarch in Washington, discuss options for allowing people of Gaza to live free of Hamas' tyranny.
Iran’s UN mission criticizes Trump's comments suggesting that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons could be achieved either through negotiations or military action.
French President rejects Trump’s plan for Gaza: The right answer is not a real estate operation, this is a political operation.
After meeting Trump, Jordan’s King Abdullah II says he reaffirmed his country’s firm stance against the displacement of Palestinian Arabs in Gaza and Judea and Samaria.
Moscow releases Marc Fogel, an American imprisoned since 2021 on drug charges, as part of an "exchange," the White House announces.
US President Donald Trump responds to questions about annexing Judea and Samaria, deadline for hostage release.
For religious Jews, there are numerous reasons why President Trump’s support for Israel resonates deeply, both on a political and spiritual level. Op-ed.
Arab leaders today fear history might repeat itself in more ways than one if they take in Gaza residents. Opinion.
Following Trump's proclamation of February 9th, 2025, as Gulf of America Day, Google has begun labeling maps with Gulf of America alongside Gulf of Mexico.
Trump reiterates his position that he would rather reach a deal with Iran on its nuclear program than have Israel attack Iran’s nuclear facilities: I think they're scared. I think Iran would love to make a deal.
US President says he could “conceivably” withhold aid to Egypt and Jordan if they refuse to take in Gazans as part of Trump’s plan for the Strip.
US President warns Hamas that if all hostages in Gaza are not released by 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, the ceasefire should be cancelled, but leaves the decision to Israel.
Netanyahu, in speech in the Knesset, responds to opposition's no-confidence motion: You asked about the day after the war? Trump responded.
Turkish President blasts Trump’s plan for the Gaza Strip, claims it was influenced by "the Zionist leadership".
Mike Huckabee, nominee for US Ambassador to Israel, says Hamas cannot continue to exist: America must help protect the people of Israel, the Jewish state, and the Jewish people. As simple as that. And you can't do it as long as Hamas is in play.
US President tells The New York Post he would rather reach a deal with Iran over its nuclear program than "bomb the hell out of it".
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz strongly criticizes Trump’s idea that the US could take control of the Gaza Strip, calling it a “scandal” .
US President says Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami and Or Levy, who were freed from Hamas captivity "looked like Holocaust survivors” and warns Hamas: At some point, we're going to lose our patience.
US President tells reporters aboard Air Force One that he remains committed to buying and owning Gaza, but could give sections of the Strip to other Middle East countries: I will take care of the Palestinians and ensure they are not killed.
Upon his return from the US, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu noted the successes of the trip which according to him 'constitutes a historic turning point for the State of Israel.'
A YouGov poll found that while 54% of Americans approved of how the President was handling the conflict, 47% said his plan to take over the Gaza Strip was a bad idea.
President Trump has decided to cancel the Biden administration's order to end all plastic straw purchases by 2027.
Trump signs executive order to reduce US financial aid to South Africa, cites its land policies and its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran is open to negotiations with the United States but not under Trump’s “maximum pressure” strategy, claims doing so would "not be a negotiation but a form of surrender."
Netanyahu recaps his week in Washington, D.C. in an interview with Mark Levin: I intend to get all the hostages out. We have three war aims in Gaza and I'm committed to achieving all three.
US President rescinds security clearances for former Secretary of State Blinken, former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and other officials from the Biden administration, following his earlier revocation of security clearance for Biden.
Jon and Rachel, parents of executed hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, spoke about their feelings upon seeing Or Levy, who was captured with their son, released alive.
Former hostage Karina Ariev gave a recorded address to a rally in Hostages Square: 'I do not forget for a moment the sacrifice of the IDF soldiers. Do not forget this unity, it is what saved us.'