Donald Trump

Trump to host Edan Alexander at White House today

On the 2nd anniversary of the October 7 massacre, President Trump will host Hamas captivity survivor and US citizen Edan Alexander.

Trump:

'Hamas agreeing to important things, Gaza peace within reach'

President Trump voices optimism for a Gaza peace deal, praising Israel and noting Hamas progress, while denying reports of tension with Netanyahu.

Hostages' families nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Families of the hostages sent a letter to the Nobel Peace Prize Committee calling on it to award the prize to President Trump for 'not resting until the last hostage is returned.'

Trump:

'Talks are positive, first phase should be completed this week'

Trump says talks with Hamas to end Gaza war and release hostages are progressing fast and expresses optimism first phase will be completed this week, but warns: “Time is of the essence or massive bloodshed will follow.”

Trump warns Iran:

'Renewing nukes will be addressed promptly'

US President warns Iran against restarting its nuclear weapons program, saying the US would respond “promptly” if Tehran makes that decision.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: 'I don't trust Hamas, I trust Trump'

Gideon Sa'ar says Israel is nearing a deal for the release of hostages, but warns against trusting Hamas and expresses confidence in President Trump.

Trump:

Hamas faces 'complete obliteration' if ceasefire plan rejected

As ceasefire talks progress, Trump warns of severe consequences for Hamas while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlines complex post-conflict challenges.

Trump: Israel agreed to initial withdrawal line

US President Donald Trump says Israel agreed to initial withdrawal line for peace agreement, ceasefire will take effect immediately following confirmation from Hamas.

Freed hostage thanks Trump, pushes for Gaza deal

Omer Shem Tov, freed from Hamas captivity, praised President Trump at a Tel Aviv rally, urging swift action on the Gaza deal to rescue the remaining 48 hostages.

Channel 12 journalist:

Netanyahu critics are 'a violent and embarrassing cult'

Channel 12 journalist Yaron Avraham blasts critics of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says ‘they’d rather the hostages not return,’ if it means US President Donald Trump will hurt Netanyahu politically.

Trump praised by Herzog for leadership on hostage release plan

President Isaac Herzog marks two years since the October 7 Hamas attacks by thanking President Trump for a concrete plan to bring Israeli hostages home from Gaza.

Trump:

'I said, Bibi, this is your chance for victory'

President Donald Trump said Israel and Hamas are close to a deal for hostages and peace in Gaza, vowing to restore Israel’s global support and urging Netanyahu to act.

Trump:

'Hamas must move quickly'

The US President commended Israel for halting offensive operations, and warned that if Hamas did not work quickly, 'All bets will be off.'

Netanyahu:

We are preparing for the immediate release of all hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues unusual late-night statement responding to US President Donald Trump's demand that Israel immediately cease bombing Gaza.

Trump:

'Hamas is ready for peace, Israel must stop bombing Gaza'

Trump says Hamas is ready for peace, urges Israel to halt Gaza strikes to enable safe hostage release and begin broader Middle East negotiations. Senator Graham: Hamas response is a classic 'yes, but.'

Trump plan:

Hamas willing to free hostages, but seeks talks on the rest

Hamas says it agrees in principle to Trump’s Gaza plan. Hamas official Abu Marzouq says 72-hour hostage handover is unrealistic and full implementation requires detailed negotiations.

White House press secretary:

'Hamas will face grave consequences if it doesn’t accept deal'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirms Trump’s ultimatum for Hamas to accept his Gaza peace plan by Sunday at 6:00 p.m.: If they don't, the consequences are going to be very tragic.

Trump gives Hamas a "Last Chance"

US President Donald Trump on Truth Social: "An Agreement must be reached with Hamas by Sunday Evening at SIX (6) P.M., Washington, D.C. time"

Push to disarm Hezbollah

US sends $230M to Lebanese forces

Trump administration approves $230M for Lebanon’s security forces as Hezbollah faces mounting pressure to disarm.

Report

Israel's strike in Doha sowed seeds of Trump's Gaza peace plan

Israeli journalist Barak Ravid reports that Trump advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were horrified by the strike in Qatar, but saw an opportunity that became the 20-point Gaza peace plan.

Following Israeli strikes:

Trump signed historic security guarantee for Qatar

Trump granted Qatar an unprecedented U.S. security guarantee, including a military response in the event of an attack.

Following antisemitism probe

Trump announces $500M deal with Harvard

Trump announces $500M deal with Harvard to launch trade schools amid federal pressure over antisemitism, Gaza protests, and DEI policies.

Photos:

Behind the scenes of the Netanyahu-Trump meeting in Washington

Newly released photos from the White House show Netanyahu and Trump discussing the plan to end the war, alongside a dramatic phone call with Qatar’s Prime Minister. Later, Netanyahu is seen reviewing the details of the US proposal with his team.

Trump

'Hamas has 3-4 days to respond to peace plan'

US President lays out timetable for Hamas to respond to his 20-point peace plan, warns it will be a 'very sad end' if Hamas does not agree.

CBS:

Hamas leaning toward accepting Trump's Gaza plan

Hamas and other Palestinian factions leaning toward accepting President Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza and will present their response to Egyptian and Qatari mediators on Wednesday.

Bennett:

'Apology to Qatar was difficult but necessary'

Former PM Naftali Bennett praised President Donald Trump’s role in securing hostage release but blasted Israel for the deal, calling it a heavy price and a grave failure.

YouTube pays $24.5M to settle lawsuit over Trump suspension

YouTube will pay $24.5 million to resolve a lawsuit by US President Donald Trump over his 2021 account suspension, marking the final settlement with major tech firms.

Smotrich on Trump peace plan:

‘Return to Oslo, Historic Mistake’

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich harshly rejected President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a return to Oslo illusions and warning it would repeat the failures of the past.

Houthis, Islamic Jihad oppose Trump plan to end the war

Houthi and Islamic Jihad leaders denounced President Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan, while Hamas pledged to review it and European powers welcomed its outline.

Macron:

'Hamas must accept Trump’s deal and free all hostages'

France and Italy back Trump’s Gaza peace plan, urging Hamas to release hostages and disarm. PM Meloni says the proposal could end hostilities and ensure humanitarian access.

Trump envoy urges Hamas chief to accept hostage deal

Trump’s hostage envoy Adam Boehler urges Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal to accept US plan to end the Gaza war and release hostages.

'Sincere and determined'

PA backs Trump’s Gaza peace push

The Palestinian Authority welcomes President Trump’s plan to end the Gaza war, expressing confidence in his ability to broker peace.

Joining the government?

Gantz: We won’t let petty politics derail the plan

Blue and White chairman Benny Gantz welcomes President Trump’s plan, calling for the return of hostages, maintaining security, and a strategic overhaul in Gaza.

Witkoff:

'Hamas’s initial response sounds very positive'

Trump’s Middle East envoy expresses optimism that the President’s plan for Gaza can be implemented: I'm very optimistic. I've met people on both sides and this needs to end.

Netanyahu:

'We turned the tables and isolated Hamas'

Netanyahu sums up his US visit: “We isolated Hamas, I did not agree to a Palestinian state.”

Call for hostage release

Arab states back Trump’s Gaza peace plan

Eight Arab and Muslim nations praise President Trump’s leadership and pledge support for a deal that ends the war, frees hostages, and ensures regional stability.

Al Jazeera:

Hamas promises mediators to seriously review Trump’s plan

Hamas terrorist organization receives Trump’s plan to end the war from mediators, says it will review it seriously.

President Herzog:

'Trump’s Gaza proposal offers real hope'

President Herzog endorses Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a path to ending the war, freeing hostages, and forging a new regional partnership.

Support for Trump’s plan

Hostage families: This is an evening of hope

Hostage families from the Tikva Forum and the Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters welcome statements by Trump and Netanyahu, emphasize the need to defeat Hamas, and call for the release of all hostages.

'Greatest day ever in civilization'

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, shares new proposal for ending the Israel-Hamas war.

The full plan

President Trump's comprehensive plan to end Gaza war

Proposal outlines immediate ceasefire, hostage release, aid deployment, and long-term reconstruction under international oversight

Doha strike

Segal: The most successful failed assassination in history

Channel 12 analyst links dramatic shift in Qatari mediation stance to Israeli operation, outlines possible political fallout from pending hostage deal.

Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM for strike on Hamas leaders

Israeli PM reportedly apologizes to Qatari counterpart for this month's strike on Hamas's leadership in Doha during his meeting with President Trump.

WH Pres. Sec. on Gaza deal:

Both sides are going to leave unhappy

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that both Israel and Hamas will have to concede to end the war.

The inscrutable Mr. Trump

Should Israel defy Trump? It does set a terrible precedent for Israel to acquiesce in the grandiose edict of any US president - even a friend like Trump - that he “will not allow” what is essentially a unilateral decision on Israel’s part. Opinion.

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

Finance Minister Smotrich presents six boundaries ahead of the White House meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.

After Adams drops out

Mamdani: Trump’s donors won’t decide NYC mayoral race

Zohran Mamdani rebukes Trump’s influence after Mayor Adams exits NYC race, warning Cuomo and vowing to fight billionaire-backed efforts to narrow the field.

'Gaps have been narrowed'

Netanyahu discusses plan to end war with Trump’s envoys

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrive at Netanyahu’s New York hotel for second round of talks. Israeli official: “There’s a positive atmosphere toward reaching an agreement.” Netanyahu-Trump meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. New York time on Monday.

Hostage families to Trump:

'Only you can end this ordeal'

Families of 48 hostages held by Hamas thank President Trump for his UN remarks and urge him to finalize a deal to end the war and bring their loved ones home ahead of his meeting with Netanyahu.

Tucker Carlson:

'Netanyahu is damaging Trump, the USA, and the world'

The influential right-wing U.S. media figure is calling on President Trump to distance himself from Netanyahu and claiming that Netanyahu has been telling people he controls the US President.

Yehoshua Shani to Netanyahu:

'Don't compromise or yield to Trump'

Gevura Forum chairman Yehoshua Shani calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu not to yield to American pressure for a deal that would harm Israel's interests.

Netanyahu on Fox News:

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel is working with President Trump’s team to finalize a plan to end the war in Gaza, disarm Hamas, and free Israeli hostages.

VP Vance:

Trump wants Gaza, West Bank to be ruled by people who live there

Vice President JD Vance said he was optimistic about a deal being reached to end the war.

Trump:

'Real chance for greatness in the Middle East'

US President Donald Trump took to social media to hint at plans for improving the situation in the Middle East.

Mike Johnson

'Judea and Samaria belong to Israel, geopolitical forces at play'

US House Speaker says he sees Judea and Samaria as 'the traditional lands that belong to Israel' after President Trump says he will not allow Israel to annex those territories.

Report:

Trump plan calls for destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry

The Washington Post reports that Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan calls for the destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry and offers amnesty to group members who “commit to peaceful co-existence.”

Judea, Samaria leaders head to US:

'Netanyahu must make a historic decision'

An unprecedentedly large emergency delegation departs for New York to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with President Trump.

New Details:

All hostages in exchange for 100 to 200 life-sentence prisoners

A new report has expanded on President Trump's proposed 21-point plan to end the war in Gaza.

Trump’s Gaza peace plan:

No role for Hamas, no timeline for IDF exit

CNN report sheds more light on Trump’s 21-point Gaza peace plan, says it calls for hostage release in 48 hours for phased IDF pullout.

Report:

Israel considers immunity for Hamas leaders in Trump plan

Israel may offer immunity to senior Hamas leaders as part of Trump’s peace plan, but Hamas’s stance remains unclear amid mixed signals and ongoing talks with Arab states, reports Kan News.