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'Hamas in big trouble if they use hostages as human shields'

US President tells reporters: I hear Hamas is trying to use the old human shield deal, and if they do that, they're going to be in big trouble.'

'Hamas in big trouble if they use hostages as human shields'

Trump:

'If Hamas is using hostages as human shields, all bets are off'

US President Donald Trump urges Hamas to release all hostages after reports they were moved above ground as human shields against an Israeli ground offensive, calls the move a "human atrocity."

'If Hamas is using hostages as human shields, all bets are off'

Trump:

'Netanyahu didn't alert me on Qatar strike'

President Trump denies an Axios report that Netanyahu gave him advance warning of strike on Hamas in Qatar, adds that Netanyahu "won't be hitting Qatar again."

'Netanyahu didn't alert me on Qatar strike'

Trump:

'Qatar is a great ally, Israel needs to be careful'

US President Trump describes Qatar as a "great ally" and urges Israel to "be careful" following its strike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders.

'Qatar is a great ally, Israel needs to be careful'

Trump:

'High degree of certainty' Charlie Kirk's murderer in custody

US President Donald Trump revealed that, 'with a high degree of certainty,' the suspect in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was arrested.

'High degree of certainty' Charlie Kirk's murderer in custody

Donald Trump:

'We've got 67 hostages back without paying any money'

President Donald Trump said 67 hostages were freed without ransom, contrasting his approach with Biden’s, 'Biden would pay $6 billion for 5 hostages ... I told Hamas, 'We want our hostages back,''

'We've got 67 hostages back without paying any money'

After Israeli strike:

Qatar's PM heads to US to meet Trump

Qatar's PM to visit the US to discuss Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha, Gaza ceasefire talks, and expanding defense cooperation with American officials, including President Trump.

Qatar's PM heads to US to meet Trump

Trump:

'I hope Doha strike won't affect hostage negotiations'

Trump asked by reporter how Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha will affect hostage deal negotiations: Hopefully it won't affect it at all.

'I hope Doha strike won't affect hostage negotiations'

Report:

Trump's security heightened after murder of Charlie Kirk

President Trump's security has reportedly been increased following the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, with changes to a Pentagon event and security measures for a Yankees game.

Trump's security heightened after murder of Charlie Kirk

Trump announces

Charlie Kirk to receive posthumous Medal of Freedom

At September 11 event at the Pentagon, President Trump announces that he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk, who was assassinate yesterday.

Charlie Kirk to receive posthumous Medal of Freedom

Qatar's missed warning call

The Pentagon identified missiles fired toward Qatar and informed the White House. Trump instructed his envoy to warn the Qatari prime minister, but he did not answer the phone.

Qatar's missed warning call

America must wake up:

Charlie Kirk took the bullet for the President

The loss of Charlie Kirk must be recognized as one of the most brazen assaults on the U.S. Government in modern history - and the response must fit the crime. Opinion.

Charlie Kirk took the bullet for the President

Trump on Kirk assassination:

'A dark moment for America'

President Trump mourns Charlie Kirk’s assassination, calling him a patriot and martyr: Violence and murder are the tragic consequence of demonizing those with whom you disagree.

'A dark moment for America'

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.

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

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.

Elizabeth Tsurkov arrives in Israel

'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.

PM attends ceremony for the President Donald Trump Promenade

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.

Trump meets with hostage's families and captivity survivors

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 salutes IDF and Operation Midnight Hammer

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.

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

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.

Israeli-Russian researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov freed from captivity

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.

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

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.'

'Today, Israel and I have kept the promise'

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"

'Nothing like this will happen again on your soil'

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.

Israel adopts Trump's proposal

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.

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

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.

Hamas stipulates terms for ceasefire

'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.

President Trump's proposal for a comprehensive deal with Hamas

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.

US moves to advance deal for release of all hostages

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.'

'I was updated that my 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.

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

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.

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

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.

Release hostages or face 'nasty' consequences

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.

Defense Department rebranded as 'Department of War'

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.

Eric Adams weighs leaving mayoral race for Trump post

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.

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

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.

Report: Trump team mulls jobs for Adams, Sliwa

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.

'Better pay attention to Trump'

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

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.

Trump laughs off viral death rumors, blames media double standard

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.

Netanyahu praises Trump, Rubio for blocking PA officials

‘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 to award Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom

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.

'Israel no longer commands Congress like it once did'

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.'

'Gaza is not for sale'

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 could broker 'ultimate deal' to free hostages

Trump:

'Never felt better in my life'

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

'Never felt better in my life'

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

'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.

'Trump is dead' rumor sparks wave of controversy online

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 visa denial violates international law'

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.

US to block Abbas from attending UN General Assembly

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Kamala Harris

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

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Kamala Harris

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.

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

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.

Trump hosts Gaza war strategy meeting with Blair and Kushner

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.

Charge Soros under RICO for US unrest ties

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

'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 plans to rename Defense Department to Department of War

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.

Trump pushing for Israeli-Syrian agreement at UN Assembly

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.'

'Fewer than 20 hostages remain alive in Gaza'

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.

'Trump wants me focused on governing, not 2028'