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White House Hanukkah event:

Yiddish in the White House

Singer Shulem Lemmer performed at the White House Hanukkah event attended by President Trump, stunning those present with a Yiddish rendition of 'God Bless America.'

Yiddish in the White House

White House Hanukkah event

Elizabeth Pipko: Trump is greatest president world has ever seen

Former campaign aide Elizabeth Pipko thanks President Trump for changing her life, speaks of meeting her husband during the 2016 campaign, and urges Jews to recognize the miracle of celebrating Hanukkah in the White House.

Elizabeth Pipko: Trump is greatest president world has ever seen

White House Hanukkah event

Sid Rosenberg praises Trump: "I love him, Nobody is better"

President Donald Trump honors New York radio host Sid Rosenberg, highlighting his media success and strong support for the Jewish community. Rosenberg responds with an emotional tribute, calling the moment 'one of the most meaningful of his life.'

Sid Rosenberg praises Trump: "I love him, Nobody is better"

Mark Levin to Trump:

You're the first "Jewish president" to serve two terms

President Donald Trump praises conservative commentator Mark Levin and his wife, highlighting their strong support for Israel.

You're the first "Jewish president" to serve two terms

Four more years of Trump? Miriam Adelson says 'We can do it'

President Trump praises the late billionaire Sheldon Adelson for his devoted efforts for Israel, recalling his persistence in visits and his deep love for his wife, Miriam.

Four more years of Trump? Miriam Adelson says 'We can do it'

Trump at Hanukkah party:

'We will not allow denial of October 7'

At the White House Hanukkah party, President Trump celebrates Jewish faith, denounces antisemitism, praises Israel’s strength, and vows: “I’ll always be a friend and a champion of the Jewish people.”

'We will not allow denial of October 7'

'We got all of them'

Trump honors hostages at White House Hanukkah celebration

At a White House Hanukkah party, Trump praises hostage families; Ronen Neutra, father of deceased hostage Omer, reminds everyone that Ran Gvili remains in Gaza.

Trump honors hostages at White House Hanukkah celebration

'They must return stolen assets'

Trump orders full naval blockade on Venezuela

Trump orders blockade on Venezuela, vowing to surround the country with an “Armada” and intensify strikes as pressure grows on Maduro’s regime.

Trump orders full naval blockade on Venezuela

Trump expands travel ban to include Palestinian Arabs

Trump adds Syria and Palestinian Authority passport holders to the US travel ban, citing security and cultural concerns, while extending restrictions across several African and Asian nations.

Trump expands travel ban to include Palestinian Arabs

Trump sues BBC over doctored speech

President Trump sues BBC for $5 billion after a Panorama broadcast doctored his January 6, 2021 speech.

Trump sues BBC over doctored speech

Trump:

US 'looking into' whether Israel breached Gaza ceasefire

Trump says the US is reviewing whether Israel broke the Gaza ceasefire with a strike that killed Hamas’s second-in-command Ra’ad Sa’ad, rejects reports of tension with Netanyahu.

US 'looking into' whether Israel breached Gaza ceasefire

Mashal:

Trump should take note of growing right-wing criticism of Israel

In an interview with Drop Site News, Hamas leader Khaled Mashal says President Trump should factor growing US criticism of Israel into policy decisions.

Trump should take note of growing right-wing criticism of Israel

White House to Netanyahu:

Killing of Hamas leader violated ceasefire agreement

The White House reportedly told Prime Minister Netanyahu that the assassination of senior Hamas figure Ra'ad Sa'ad constitutes a violation of the ceasefire agreement.

Killing of Hamas leader violated ceasefire agreement

Ex-hostage Omer Shem Tov:

'Trump’s victory struck fear in Hamas tunnels'

Omer Shem Tov, held 505 days by Hamas, says Trump’s election struck fear in captors: “I saw the fear in their eyes.”

'Trump’s victory struck fear in Hamas tunnels'

After Sydney attack

Trump urges Jews to 'celebrate proudly'

Trump urges Jews to “celebrate proudly” after the antisemitic Sydney attack, condemning the violence and praising the bravery of the man who stopped one of the attackers.

Trump urges Jews to 'celebrate proudly'

Report:

Trump seeks 10,000 troops for Gaza force, nations hesitant

According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump seeks 10,000-strong multinational force for Gaza, but nations hesitate over Hamas disarmament.

Trump seeks 10,000 troops for Gaza force, nations hesitant

Trump on deadly ISIS ambush in Syria: We will retaliate

Trump vows “very serious” retaliation after two US troops and a civilian were killed in an ISIS ambush in Syria. CENTCOM confirmed the attacker was eliminated.

Trump on deadly ISIS ambush in Syria: We will retaliate

Israel Allies Foundation honors Trump at Washington, D.C., gala

IAF gala in DC honors President Trump for historic pro-Israel leadership, regional security role, and faith-based diplomacy.

Israel Allies Foundation honors Trump at Washington, D.C., gala

Trump:

'Mideast peace achieved after strikes on Iran’s nuclear program'

US President says peace in the Middle East was made possible by US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, adds 59 nations support stability efforts in Gaza and beyond.

'Mideast peace achieved after strikes on Iran’s nuclear program'

Yisrael Ganz in DC:

'We have the best administration for the State of Israel'

Yisrael Ganz, chairman of the Yesha Council and governor of the Binyamin Regional Council, spoke about his meeting with House Representatives regarding Judea and Samaria.

'We have the best administration for the State of Israel'

Jonathan Burkan:

Holocaust Memorial Council is a profound responsibility

Jonathan Burkan, a founding board member of Israel Justice, was sworn in Monday night as Appointee to the United States Holocaust Memorial Council.

Holocaust Memorial Council is a profound responsibility

Watch:

Zohran Mamdani dances at Satmar event

The Mayor-elect attended events hosted by both Satmar factions in honor of Chof Aleph Kislev. President Trump also commemorated the event in a letter.

Zohran Mamdani dances at Satmar event

'Largest one ever'

US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker off Venezuela

US seizes The Skipper, an Iran-linked tanker, off Venezuela. Trump says the oil will be kept by the US.

US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker off Venezuela

Trump:

'I will announce members of Gaza Board of Peace in early 2026'

Trump says Gaza’s UN-backed “Board of Peace” will be unveiled in early 2026, calling it “legendary”.

'I will announce members of Gaza Board of Peace in early 2026'

Trump's ultimatum for the ICC

Washington warns it may expand sanctions on the International Criminal Court if judges do not halt probes involving US and Israeli officials.

Trump's ultimatum for the ICC

'Hamas has to go':

US Amb. tells Herzog US determined to end ‘cycle of insanity’

Herzog and Waltz discuss UN Resolution 2803, President Trump's Peace Plan, and the return of the last Gaza hostage.

US Amb. tells Herzog US determined to end ‘cycle of insanity’

President Trump

'All Ilhan Omar does is complain, get her the hell out'

US President says he "loves" Minnesota Rep. and Squad member and that she should go back to 'the worst country in the world.'

'All Ilhan Omar does is complain, get her the hell out'

'No one more deserving'

Knesset Speaker advances Initiative to award Trump Nobel Prize

Speaker Ohana and the US House Speaker signed a letter of recommendation, which includes a call for heads of parliaments around the world to join in recommending Trump for the Nobel Prize.

Knesset Speaker advances Initiative to award Trump Nobel Prize

Trump lashes out at ABC reporter

President Trump attacked an ABC reporter during a press conference, calling her 'obnoxious' and 'terrible.'

Trump lashes out at ABC reporter

Report:

Trump expected to announce 'Board of Peace' before holidays

White House advances Gaza governance plan as officials cite progress on Trump's 20‑point framework ahead of the anticipated holiday announcement.

Trump expected to announce 'Board of Peace' before holidays

Giulio Meotti:

Trump is right: Europe is collapsing

While China and the US have built muscle - nuclear plants, production lines, aircraft carriers - Europe has cultivated the illusion of living off soft power and ever-more intricate regulations about everything, serving only to employ legions of lawyers and Brussels consultants. Opinion.

Trump is right: Europe is collapsing

Trump wins FIFA’s new peace prize

President Trump receives FIFA’s new peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw, having been previously praised by FIFA chief for Gaza ceasefire efforts.

Trump wins FIFA’s new peace prize

More than 30 countries

Trump administration to expand travel ban

US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the Trump administration will expand its travel ban to cover more than 30 countries.

Trump administration to expand travel ban

Report:

Trump to announce Gaza phase two before Christmas

According to Axios, Trump plans to unveil Gaza peace phase two before Christmas, with Israel’s withdrawal, an international force, and a new governance structure led by the Trump-chaired Board of Peace.

Trump to announce Gaza phase two before Christmas

After writing to Herzog

Trump shares Arutz Sheva report on Netanyahu’s pardon request

Trump shares link to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News’ report on Netanyahu’s pardon request to Herzog, after previously calling the trial a “political witch hunt” and urging Israel’s president to grant clemency to the Prime Minister.

Trump shares Arutz Sheva report on Netanyahu’s pardon request

Amit Segal:

Trump’s Gaza peace plan is 'on life support'

Amit Segal warns that Trump’s Gaza initiative is rapidly unraveling, citing Hamas’ refusal to disarm and the near-inevitability of renewed fighting.

Trump’s Gaza peace plan is 'on life support'

House panel pushes Trump:

Label Muslim Brotherhood a terror group

House Foreign Affairs Committee advances a bipartisan bill urging President Trump to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group.

Label Muslim Brotherhood a terror group

Trump:

'Gaza peace plan phase two coming pretty soon'

President Trump expresses confidence that phase two of his Gaza peace plan will begin “pretty soon,” despite the incident in Rafah in which IDF soldiers were injured.

'Gaza peace plan phase two coming pretty soon'

Over security concerns

Trump pauses immigration applications from 19 countries

The Trump administration pauses immigration applications from 19 countries, citing security concerns after a deadly attack in Washington. The move halts green cards and citizenship processing, with cases set for re-review.

Trump pauses immigration applications from 19 countries

Report:

US officials warned Netanyahu over strikes in Syria

According to Axios, US officials warned Netanyahu that repeated strikes in Syria risk destabilization and blocking peace efforts: “If it continues, he will self-destruct”.

US officials warned Netanyahu over strikes in Syria

Trump urges Israel on Syria, invites Netanyahu to White House

President Trump said Syria is advancing after US policy changes and urged Israel to keep open dialogue with Damascus to avoid disrupting the country’s political and economic progress.

Trump urges Israel on Syria, invites Netanyahu to White House

'A bridge of peace in our region'

Herzog meets with Muslim leaders from Africa

The delegation spoke with the President about the significance of their visit, the importance of deepening ties between Israel and Muslim communities in Africa, and the imperative to embrace coexistence and peace.

Herzog meets with Muslim leaders from Africa

Trump announces: Venezuela airspace closed

US President Donald Trump announces closure of Venezuela airspace, Venezuela Foreign Minister calls Trump's declaration a 'colonialist threat.'

Trump announces: Venezuela airspace closed

Former US Amb. to Saudi Arabia:

'No normalization in near future'

'Normalization talks were close to succeeding before the October 7 attack cut the process short,' says former US ambassador to Riyadh, Michael A. Ratney.

'No normalization in near future'

Khamenei:

'Trump administration not worthy of contact with Iran'

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei says the Trump administration is “not worthy” of contact, rejects rumors of talks, and claims US-Israel failed in June war.

'Trump administration not worthy of contact with Iran'

Trump announces:

National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom dies after DC shooting

Trump says US Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom of Summersville, West Virginia, has succumbed to her wounds after Wednesday shooting near the White House.

National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom dies after DC shooting

'Detached from reality'

Muslim Brotherhood slams Trump’s terror designation order

The Muslim Brotherhood denounces Trump’s order to designate its chapters as terrorist groups, calling it “detached from reality” and politically driven.

Muslim Brotherhood slams Trump’s terror designation order

Trump:

'DC National Guard shooting an act of terror'

President Trump condemns the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House as “an act of terror,” vowing swift justice.

'DC National Guard shooting an act of terror'

Trump orders 500 more Guard troops after DC shooting

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces 500 more Guard troops for Washington, DC, after two Guardsmen were shot near the White House.

Trump orders 500 more Guard troops after DC shooting

Georgia prosecutor drops Trump election interference case

Georgia prosecutor Peter Skandalakis drops the racketeering case against President Trump and 18 others.

Georgia prosecutor drops Trump election interference case

Trump:

US to block South Africa from 2026 G20, end all subsidies

Trump said South Africa 'is not worthy of membership anywhere,' citing alleged abuses against white farmers and a dispute over the G20 handoff at this year’s summit.

US to block South Africa from 2026 G20, end all subsidies

Report:

Trump-MBS meeting turned tense over Israel normalization

Axios reports that Trump’s meeting with Saudi Crown Prince turned tense over Saudi-Israel normalization, leaving Trump disappointed.

Trump-MBS meeting turned tense over Israel normalization

Was Trump's restraint the proper strategy with Mamdani?

Trump’s silence was strategic. He did not challenge Mamdani because he understands that if Mamdani is going to collapse under the weight of his own ideology, he must have no one else to blame. Opinion.

Was Trump's restraint the proper strategy with Mamdani?

BBC Chairman refuses to quit amid Trump speech edit scandal

BBC Chairman Samir Shah tells MPs he will not resign over the Panorama Trump edit scandal, apologizing for mistakes but vowing to “fix it.”

BBC Chairman refuses to quit amid Trump speech edit scandal

Citing invalid appointment

Judge tosses indictments against Comey, Letitia James

Federal judge dismisses indictments against James Comey and Letitia James, ruling Trump’s appointment of interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan invalid.

Judge tosses indictments against Comey, Letitia James

Trump signs order:

Label Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist groups

Trump signs an order directing US agencies to assess Muslim Brotherhood chapters for terror designation, citing ties to Hamas and recent attacks. Sanctions could cripple the group’s global operations.

Label Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist groups

Trump’s Saudi and Qatari gambles:

High-stakes bets with uncertain consequences

Why is President Donald Trump signaling willingness to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia and may be to Qatar too? The answer may lie in a broader strategic attempt to redefine the Middle East map. Opinion

High-stakes bets with uncertain consequences

Killing them with kindness

President Trump has such a strong and deep relationship with the Jewish People and Israel. It is “Peace through Strength” in action. Opinion.

Killing them with kindness

Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns following Trump critiques online

The Georgia Representative published a letter on social media stating that she was leaving office due to President Trump inciting Republican supporters against her.

Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns following Trump critiques online

From White House to the Ohel

Hostage survivor visits grave of Lubavitcher Rebbe

Immediately after his meeting with President Trump at the White House, hostage survivor Yosef Haim Ohana visited the Ohel, the grave of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Hostage survivor visits grave of Lubavitcher Rebbe