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Trump’s Deal of the Century might look like this
Trump has teased forward his impending ‘Deal of the Century.’ But what might his historic peace plan actually entail? Opinion.

Trump and the Jews: A look into the US-Israel relationship
New book explores the Trump administration's relationship with the American Jewish community and the State of Israel.

Rouhani: Our choice today is resistance
Iranian President says he favors talks and diplomacy but not under current conditions.

Congress members urge Trump: Safeguard Israel’s interests
Nearly 400 members of Congress sign letter calling on Trump to safeguard Israel’s interests with Syria’s civil war coming to an end.

Trump threatens Iran with 'great force'
US President says Tehran is very hostile toward Washington, will be met with “great force” if it attempts anything against US interests.

Trump: I don't want war with Iran
US President Trump talks about confronting the threat from Iran.

Trump: I don't want to fight, but you can't let Iran have nukes
US President vows not to let Iran get nuclear weapons, but reiterates his reluctance to go to war.

Trump: If Iran wants to fight, that will be the end of them
US President warns Iran not to threaten his country again.

White House begins roll out of part of Middle East peace plan
Trump admin planning to publicize economic component of Mideast peace plan in late June - with release of political portions pushed off.

US official: We're 'sitting by the phone' waiting for Iran
Senior Trump administration official suggests that Iran de-escalate the situation and come to negotiations.

Trump pardons former Jerusalem Post owner Conrad Black
US Pres. Trump grants full pardon to former media mogul found guilty of fraud.

Trump tells aides he's uninterested in war with Iran
US President reportedly informed acting Defense Secretary he does not want to see the US go to war with Iran.

Greenblatt:
'Peace plan won't move forward unless both sides want it'
Trump's envoy says Mideast peace plan will be released after Ramadan and Shavuot holidays, vows Israeli security will be preserved.

Minister to Trump: 'Deal of the Century - or Deal of Eternity'
Rev. Anthony Abma pens letter to Trump, urging him to "respect and honor the ‘Deal of Eternity’ made thousands of years ago."

Netanyahu: United in our desire to stop Iranian aggression
Netanyahu expresses support for Trump's stance against Iranian aggression.

Trump: Jerusalem embassy a symbol of US-Israel bond
US President praises 'beautiful' embassy in Jerusalem on first anniversary of its opening.

Trump praises Orban as ‘tough’ defender of Christians
US Pres. Trump says Hungarian PM may be 'controversial' but has 'done a good job,' 'kept country safe.'

Trump: If Iran does anything, they will suffer
US President warns Iran will “suffer greatly” if it targeted US interests.

Trump accuses Rep. Tlaib of harboring 'hatred' of Jews
US President slams 'insensitive' statement by Arab Congresswoman that Palestinian Arabs protected Jews from the Holocaust.

NY Times: How to defeat Trump
Thomas Friedman says Trump must be voted out of office "for America to stay America," calls on Republicans to turn on Trump.

Sovereignty Movement concerned over Trump's plan
Sovereignty Movement: We do not make deals or compromises on the Land of Israel.

Report: Trump won't oppose applying Israeli law to settlements
American peace plan reportedly includes provision for all Israeli towns over Green Line to remain under Israeli control.

Trump not ruling out military confrontation with Iran
Trump says he can't rule out military confrontation with Iran given the heightened tensions between the two countries.

Trump to nominate Patrick Shanahan as Defense Secretary
Shanahan has been serving as Acting Secretary of Defense since Jim Mattis stepped down.

Trump announces new sanctions on Iran
Executive order outlines new steps to deny Iran revenue from steel, aluminum, iron and copper sectors.

Petah Tikva to name city square after Donald Trump
Mayor of Israel's fifth-largest city announces plans to name square next to city hall after President Donald Trump.

US Jews more likely than Christians to criticize Trump on Israel
42% of American Jews say Trump favors Israel too much - compared to just 26% of Christians.

Washington man arrested for vowing to murder Jared Kushner
Man who called President Trump an 'impotent Jew slave' and threatened to murder Jared Kushner arrested attempting to buy gun.

Trump: We support Israel 100%
US President backs Israel, warns the people of Gaza that continued terror attacks will bring them nothing but misery.

Trump said he discussed 'Russian hoax' with Putin
Trump says he briefly discussed Mueller report in a call with Russian counterpart.

Rabbi injured in shooting: Trump is 'a mentsch par excellence'
Rabbi Goldstein thanks Pres. Trump for being there during 'worst of times,' helping him honor slain congregant. Trump: He's a great man.

Kelly Craft nominated as US ambassador to the UN
Kelly Craft's nomination to be ambassador to the United Nations formally submitted to Senate. She currently serves as ambassador to Canada.

Americans satisfied with Trump's handling of the economy
56% of Americans, a new high, say that Trump is doing a good job on the economy.

Wounded Rabbi, President Trump speak at White House
'I should have been dead by now,' says rabbi wounded in synagogue shooting, as he meets with Trump. 'I was in the line of fire.'

Trump: As Americans, we unequivocally condemn anti-Semitism
US president calls on Americans to learn tolerance from tragedies of the Jewish people, in proclamation for Jewish American Heritage Month.

Trump condemns New York Times anti-Semitic cartoon
US President calls on New York Times to apologize for 'fake news' against him as it apologized for anti-Semitic cartoon.

'A great guy'
Trump lauds rabbi wounded in synagogue attack
President calls Rabbi Goldstein, one of the victims wounded in Poway synagogue shooting, 'a great guy who only wanted to help others.'

Trump told the Rabbi: "My love is for the Jewish people"
Rabbi Goldstein, injured in Chabad of Poway shooting attack, asks President Trump to deal with anti-Semitism.

Trump calls rabbi wounded in San Diego attack
US President places condolence call to Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein, spiritual leader of Chabad of Poway, following shooting attack.

US ambassador: We need all of Bnei Brak's blessings for 2020
Ambassador urges dean of Ponovezh Yeshiva to give blessing to Trump's reelection bid. 'What's going on on the Left today is frightening.'

Trump on Poway shooting: 'Looks like a hate crime'
Watch: The president speaks to reporters on the recent shooting at a synagogue in Poway

Analysis: Are Iran and the United States heading for war?
Reports of US Naval buildup near Middle East as Iran threatens shipping lanes in response to US sanctions.

The Trump "Dayenu"

Peace with the Palestinians is Tikkun Olam?
Why does the Jewish-American liberal side insist on repairing the world in the context of peace, knowing that this is an hopeless challenge?

'Iran will make US regret its decision to sanction us'
Iranian president demands US drop sanctions 'and apologize' - vows to make America 'regret' sanctions on Islamic republic.

Jared Kushner:
'Mueller probe damaged country more than Russian interference'
Trump's senior adviser says probe into allegations of collusion with Russia did more damage than any election interference.

Golan welcomes Netanyahu initiative
Golan Regional Council welcomes intention to name community after Trump: 'Consistent with goal we set to double population within decade.'

CNN claims:
Trump admin considers more sanctions affecting Iran nukes
CNN claims revoking waivers could unravel key part of Iran nuclear deal they call 'signature achievement of Obama Presidency'.

Watch: Netanyahu pledges to name Golan town after Trump
PM Netanyahu: 'I intend to bring a resolution calling for a new community on the Golan named after President Donald J. Trump.'

Trump squeezes Iran's oil exports
White House statement says Trump Administration and allies determined to expand economic pressure to end regime's destabilizing activities.

Arab League looks to thwart Israel's anti-terror funding law
After Israel cuts tax transfers to PA over 'pay-to-slay' policy, Arab League pledges $100 million a month to PA, rejects US peace plan.

'Arab leaders pressuring Palestinians to accept Trump plan'
Despite PA opposition, Arab world, especially Saudis, pressuring PA leaders to accept US peace plan, says Fatah leader.

Abbas: Netanyahu doesn't believe in peace
Mahmoud Abbas dismisses US peace deal during Egypt trip, says Netanyahu 'doesn't believe in peace'.

Trump, Netanyahu offer aid after bombings kill 207 in Sri Lanka
World leaders condemn Easter bombings against Christian targets in Sri Lanka which left more than 200 dead.

Report: Joe Biden to announce presidential bid next week
Former Vice President has decided to challenge Trump in 2020, according to report, and will formally announce bid next week.

Key Trump ally urges president to drop 'land for peace' formula
President of Family Research Center Tony Perkins, a key Trump ally in Evangelical community, urges Trump not to impose settlement freeze.

PA concern: Trump will agree to Israeli sovereignty
PA "foreign ministry" believes US will recognize annexation of settlement blocs to Israel.

Mueller report: Trump attempted to thwart anti-Israel resolution
Muller report reportedly reveals Michael Flynn testified that Trump team attempted to prevent UN resolution before taking office.

The minister who asked Trump to support sovereignty
After Reform groups call on Trump to oppose annexation, Rev. Anthony Abma writes him a letter urging him to support Israeli sovereignty.
