Donald Trump

Report:

Trump suggests intense attacks on Iran if economic pressure fails

Report: President Donald Trump has ordered his Iran negotiating team to freeze talks for several weeks as prospects for a deal with Tehran diminish.

Trump confirms he plans to meet Kim Jong Un this year

President Trump confirms he plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un this year, reviving diplomacy after three previous summits failed to yield a deal.

Trump declares 'economic D-Day' against Iran

President Trump announces an unprecedented economic campaign against Iran, threatening severe consequences for countries and businesses that aid Tehran.

Trump:

'Hormuz blockade is 100% successful'

President Trump says the Hormuz blockade is "100% successful" as negotiations with Iran remain stalled and warns Tehran could face severe sanctions.

As Trump seeks Kim meeting

US, South Korea shorten military exercise

The US and South Korea are shortening joint military drills as Trump seeks renewed talks with Kim Jong Un and reportedly pushes for a fall meeting.

As early as this fall

Report: Trump seeks new summit with Kim Jong Un

President Trump is pushing aides to arrange a fall meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, seeking to revive stalled nuclear diplomacy, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Trump

'There are no talks with Iran now'

US President says no negotiations are scheduled as the 60-day ceasefire agreement nears its end.

Behind Trump's threats against Oman

Trump threatened Oman amid concerns over its Iran ties as Washington seeks a nuclear deal with Tehran and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

'A delusion'

IRGC rejects Trump claims of backchannel talks

Iran's IRGC dismisses Trump's claims of backchannel talks, as Trump rules out extending the June framework deal.

Trump claims Kim Jong Un responded to his overtures

President Donald Trump claims North Korea's leader responded to his overtures after ordering a scale-back of joint US military exercises with South Korea.

Claims escalation in Gaza

Erdogan slams Israel in Trump call

Turkish President Erdogan criticizes Israeli actions in Gaza during a phone call with President Trump while emphasizing regional diplomacy and defense pacts.

Trump rules out extending Iran framework agreement

President Trump declares he will not extend the framework deal with Iran, while maintaining the US holds "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz.

Kushner:

Hamas has 60-90 days to hand over weapons

President Trump's envoy and son-in-law says concerns raised by Netanyahu during four-hour meeting were addressed, stresses Israel will retain right to defend itself.

Trump on Israeli elections:

I should stay out, but may endorse someone

US President declines to endorse a candidate in Israel's upcoming elections, but leaves open possibility he could do so later.

Trump: Hamas agreed to disarm, Israel must cease strikes on Gaza

US President Donald Trump tells Fox News that he will bomb Oman if they 'get in the way,' insists Hamas will disarm.

Citing relations with Kim

Trump directs Pentagon to cut back drills with South Korea

Citing high expenses and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, President Donald Trump orders Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to scale back drills with South Korea.

Report:

Trump's secret channel to Iran's IRGC

The Trump administration reportedly turned to Kurdistan President Nechirvan Barzani for a secret channel to Iran's IRGC during efforts to end the war.

Iran MP warns Trump

'He should worry about his own security'

Iranian lawmaker mocks Trump over past security logistics while rejecting the US President's statement that Washington will claim the Strait of Hormuz.

'The Strait will remain Iranian'

Iran unfazed by Trump’s threat to claim Hormuz

Iranian officials assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, say there are no active US talks after President Trump vows to declare the waterway a US territory.

Trump:

'I will declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory'

President Trump announces plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, declares Iran’s military and leadership are largely destroyed.

Including key allies

US slaps tariffs on imported drones and components

President Donald Trump announces new tariffs on foreign drones and components, citing overreliance on overseas suppliers and national security risks.

'We can do it again':

Kushner marks six years of Abraham Accords

Jared Kushner and Israeli President Isaac Herzog marked six years of the Abraham Accords, urging expanded regional cooperation, security and prosperity.

Report:

US officials questioned Israeli intelligence behind Trump flight

According to The Washington Post, US Intelligence officials doubted Israeli reports of an Iranian plot against Trump, but a covert plane swap was executed out of extra caution.

Huckabee:

'Trump is willing to bankrupt Iran'

Speaking on Newsmax, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee praises Secret Service agents and Mossad intelligence for thwarting Iranian threats against President Trump.

Surprise departure

Karoline Leavitt to exit White House Press Secretary role

Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House Press Secretary at month's end to spend time with her family while continuing as an outside advisor to Trump.

Iran's plan to drag out war until end of Trump era

A senior adviser to the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Iran could prolong the war until President Trump leaves the White House.

New Details:

How Trump secretly switched planes after Iran missile threat

New details reveal how security officials quietly moved Trump to a smaller military aircraft after intelligence indicated a possible missile threat near the NATO summit in Turkey.

Rights groups sue Trump administration over ICC sanctions

Human Rights Watch and several others file federal lawsuit challenging Trump administration sanctions on the ICC, alleging the measures violate constitutional rights.

Trump:

'I’m the last person to trust Iran, they’ve lied constantly'

President Trump rejects assertions he trusts Iran, claims total US control of Strait of Hormuz.

Catering truck, decoy jet

Secret mission to protect Trump from Iranian threat

The Washington Post reveals: US officials used a decoy Air Force One and a catering truck to secretly move Donald Trump onto a military jet in Turkey following an Iranian assassination threat.

'You’ll find out'

Trump teases escalation option with Iran

President Trump warns that military options remain open, rejects Iran's reparations demands, and declares US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz.

'Morally corrupt'

New Likud pick's anti-Trump posts come back to bite him

Oren Dobronsky apologized to Trump after past posts criticizing his Iran war policy surfaced shortly after Netanyahu named him to a Likud slot.

Trump rejects Iran's war reparations demand, makes his own

Trump rejects Iran's compensation demands and orders US negotiators to seek payments for Americans killed or wounded in conflicts with Tehran.

'Two different Americas'

El-Sayed hits back at Trump post after winning Michigan primary

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed pushes back against Trump’s social media post comparing their marriages and visions for the country.

Jewish lawyer

Trump names Will Scharf as next White House counsel

President Trump announces that White House staff secretary Will Scharf will take over as White House counsel on September 1, replacing David Warrington.

Drama in New Jersey

F-16s scrambled near Trump’s golf club

NORAD F-16 fighter jets intercept two civilian planes that entered restricted airspace over President Trump’s Bedminster, New Jersey golf course.

Trump: US 'low keying' Iran

Trump says US will maintain economic pressure on Iran for now, as Tehran delays a Strait of Hormuz agreement and demands an end to the war.

Trump shares Hillary Clinton column backing his Gaza peace plan

Trump shares Clinton's defense of his Gaza plan as a former World Bank official challenges her view and warns Palestinian skepticism remains deep.

Trump's ex-wife:

He carries Zohar over his heart for protection

Donald Trump’s ex-wife says the president carries an Aramaic copy of the Zohar close to his heart, while sharing details of his spiritual side and her own connection to Judaism, Israel and Shabbat.

Report:

Trump eyeing way out of Iran war without nuclear agreement

WSJ reports Trump could declare victory without a nuclear deal if Iran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear threat remains contained.

'No 'Fatahstan' nor 'Hamastan''

Netanyahu rejects Trump's Board of Peace 15-point plan

Netanyahu rejects Board of Peace 15-point Gaza proposal, vows no IDF withdrawal before Hamas disarmament, and rules out a Palestinian state.

Six months into Iran war

Cruz urges Trump to arm protesters to trigger regime collapse

In an interview, Senator Ted Cruz urges the US to arm anti-government protesters to induce regime collapse in Iran, highlighting growing GOP divides over the six-month war.

Trump orders inquiries over media reports on US munitions

President Donald Trump orders fresh leak probes into Pentagon weapon disclosures following reports of depleted stockpiles.

Amid reports of shortages

Trump acknowledges 'tighter' supply of select missiles

President Trump acknowledges tighter supplies of top-tier weapons during the Iran war while insisting overall US stockpiles remain vast and sufficient.

'We need to elect JD'

Report: Trump privately urges donors to back Vance for 2028

US President Donald Trump privately told donors "we need to elect JD" in 2028, though advisers caution no official endorsement is settled, according to The Washington Post.

'War will end pretty soon'

Trump expresses optimism on Iran deal

President Trump predicts the war with Iran will end soon, stating that negotiations are going well and a deal to secure the Strait of Hormuz could be near.

Report:

Trump clashed with Hegseth over missile shortages

The Washington Post reports that tensions flared at Camp David as President Trump confronted War Secretary Hegseth over depleted US missile stockpiles constraining options against Iran.

'He hates Jews'

Trump attacks Michigan primary winner Abdul El-Sayed

President Donald Trump sharply criticizes Michigan Democratic primary winner Abdul El-Sayed, labeling him a "communist" and a hater of Jews and Israel: He’s full of s--t.

Trump:

'I would rather make a deal, I don’t want to kill people'

Speaking in Nevada, President Trump states the US is heavily striking Iran while reiterating his preference for a deal to prevent it acquiring nuclear arms.

Dreama in skies of DC

Trump's helicopter came close to passenger plane

The US Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation after President Trump's helicopter came into close proximity with a passenger aircraft during takeoff.

Trump warns Iran:

'Either they open the Strait or they will get hit very hard'

President Trump tells Fox News the US is holding “good discussions" with Iran, reiterates he will launch major strikes if Tehran fails to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Filmed security

Armed suspect detained at Trump California golf course

Authorities arrest an armed suspect at Trump National Golf Club for monitoring security plans, later finding a weapons cache and concerning notes at his home.

Trump

'I want to give Iran every chance before decapitation'

US President said he is prepared to authorize a large-scale military strike against Iran but stressed that he would rather avoid such an operation.

Trump:

Iran 'unbelievably duplicitous' in denying talks with US

Trump says Iran is secretly engaging in US talks despite public denials, claims US controls Strait of Hormuz and vows will never get nuclear weapons

Pro or anti-Israel? You just can't have it both ways

Dear President Trump, you did an excellent job at first but aren't you now starting to behave like most politicians, destroying with one hand what the other hand has painstakingly built?

Riyadh pushes for calm

MBS urges Trump toward diplomatic solutions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman calls President Donald Trump to urge diplomatic solutions and de-escalation to prevent broader regional instability.

Trump:

'The talks with Iran will resume tomorrow'

President Trump announces US-Iran talks will resume on Monday after Middle Eastern allies persuade him to hold off on a massive attack to pursue a diplomatic deal.

Expert's assessment: This is America's objective in Iran

The security analyst believes that greater attention should be paid to the actions the United States is taking on the ground than to public statements.

Trump announces:

'I have agreed to cancel the attack on Iran'

President Trump announces he canceled a planned US strike on Iran following regional requests, demanding Tehran rapidly agree to a deal opening the Hormuz Strait.

Report:

Saudi Crown Prince urged Trump to avoid heavy airstrikes on Iran

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged President Trump to seek de-escalation with Iran as Washington considers major strikes on energy facilities, according to Axios.