Donald Trump

Trump needs agreement that surpasses Obama's nuclear deal for deal to postpone strikes - analysis

The minimum that Trump needs for a new deal with Iran also differs from what Israel wants, militarily, politically, and economically.

US President Donald Trump waves as he arrives on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 25, 2026.
Illustrative image of Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot

Netanyahu eyes unity government with Eisenkot as Likud considers alternative coalition arrangements

A local resident casts her vote at an official ballot drop box at a "No Kings: Vote Early" event after attending a protest as part of a coordinated nationwide day of action aimed at encouraging early voting in the upcoming midterm elections in San Francisco, California, US, October 17, 2026.

US Justice Dept loses initial bid to block votes from alleged noncitizens in California

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks at the AK Party headquarters, Ankara, Turkey, October 7, 2026; illustrative.

Erdogan tells Trump Turkey making diplomatic efforts on Strait of Hormuz, Yemen


National Guardsman wounded in shooting near Capitol Hill, Washington, suspect arrested

National Guard troops attempting to break up a fight in Washington's Capitol Hill neighborhood exchanged gunfire with an armed suspect late Sunday.

The White House is visible as National Guard troops stand next to a military Humvee along Constitution Avenue on August 12, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Mandelblit’s testimony raises new questions about Netanyahu’s trial - opinion

Mandelblit’s courtroom testimony has intensified scrutiny of the Netanyahu cases, deepening divisions over the prosecution and the credibility of the justice system.

Former Israeli Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit arrives to testify in the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Jerusalem District Court, October 12, 2026.

Trump backs Netanyahu as Liberman slams 'Bibi the puppet'

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House in Washington D.C., April 7, 2025.

Saudi Arabia’s offensive against the Houthis aims to secure Bab el-Mandeb - opinion

As the Houthis threaten a major global shipping corridor, Saudi Arabia steps up military support for Yemeni forces seeking to push them back.

Boats float near the coast of Bab el-Mandeb, Yemen, April 2, 2026.

Liberman accuses Trump of seeking to run Israel through 'puppet' PM Netanyahu

Liberman accuses Trump of treating Netanyahu as a puppet, rejects a minority government, and condemns racist remarks targeting Eisenkot.

Yisrael Beytenu leader MK Avigdor Liberman tours kibbutz Be'eri, southern Israel, May 14, 2026

Trump waited for favorable election polling before endorsing Netanyahu, sources say

In recent weeks, the American president had closely monitored Netanyahu's political standing and the balance of power between Israel's rival political blocs, sources told Maariv.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a special plenum session in honor of U.S. President Donald Trump at the Knesset, Israel’s parliament in Jerusalem, on October 13, 2025

Hamas document reveals plan to exploit civilians as Netanyahu warns 'Israel is ready to strike'

Syria condemns IDF incursions into territory • At least 18 killed in Houthi attack on Yemeni government military camp • Egypt seeks approval to send military assistance to Saudis

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi attends a meeting of Egypt's National Defence Council at the Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo, Egypt, October 18, 2026

Trump's approval drops to new record low as Iran war shakes US economy - poll

At 33%, Trump’s approval rating sank eight percentage points from a year ago, falling below any level recorded during his first and second terms as president.

US President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally to support Republican House of Representatives candidate Ed Gallrein and Senate candidate Andy Barr, at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, Kentucky, US, October 17, 2026

Putin suggests meeting with Trump, Xi to discuss Ukraine war resolution - report

This comes as Trump and Zelensky publicly criticize the other's decisions, with Trump claiming that Zelensky 'doesn't want to end this war, and probably never did.'

Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with Jared Kushner, U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law, and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, September 5, 2026.

Egyptian parliament weighs vote on authorising troop deployment to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthis

Any Egyptian military backing for Saudi Arabia could mark a major escalation in the wider Iran war, which has threatened global energy supplies and sent oil prices soaring.

FILE PHOTO: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Cairo, Egypt, September 15, 2026.