IDAN KWELLER

Idan Kweller is the diplomatic correspondent for the Hebrew news site, Walla .

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump meets with Saudi Crown Prince MBS in the White House’s Oval Office, Nov. 18.

Trump calls off planned US strikes on Houthis at last minute after Saudi plea - report

An illustration of the Israeli and UAE flags.

UAE official denies Abu Dhabi's MBZ warned Netanyahu of large-scale attack ahead of Oct. 7 - report

Tai Baribo #9 of DC United chases down the ball against St. Louis CITY FC at Audi Field on May 16, 2026 in Washington; illustrative.

'Messi will take MLS Golden Boot, that does not interest me,' Israeli star soccer striker to 'Post'


F-16 scrambled after civilian plane breaches airspace near Camp David during Trump visit

No injuries or damage were reported, and there was no indication that Trump was under threat.

A US Air Force F-16 fighter jet takes off from a base in the Middle East, July 23, 2026.

Right-wing musician Pat Boone urges president to speak less, follow Reagan’s example

The 1950s music icon and longtime conservative Pat Boone, who voted for Trump twice, urged the president to follow Ronald Reagan's example of "humor, courtesy, respect, and a presidential manner."

US President Donald Trump speaks as he hosts a dinner at the White House in Washington, US, September 17, 2026; illustrative.

Ben-Gvir in Israeli cabinet an 'existential threat,' pro-Israel Democrat Brad Sherman warns

Rep. Brad Sherman urged "every Israeli official and every Israeli voter" to confront polling showing a dramatic erosion of US support for Israel.

Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) arrives for a Democratic caucus meeting on Capitol Hill on September 1, 2026 in Washington, DC.

US approves possible F-35 Saudi deal despite Israeli push to link normalization, sale - analysis

Washington advanced a potential $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 aircraft to Riyadh on Thursday, while Israeli officials had sought to tie the deal to Saudi-Israel normalization.

 An F-35 plane stands on the tarmac at Nevatim Air Force Base.

Trump signs new law expanding Russia sanctions, extending Iran sanctions

According to the White House, the new law authorizes and expands economic measures against Moscow, including statutory sanctions and tariff authorities, while extending existing restrictions on Iran.

US President Donald Trump signs an executive order related to Utah protected lands in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 13, 2026.

Senior US officials to 'Post': Trump-Netanyahu meeting not currently planned at UNGA

According to the latest schedule seen by US officials, Netanyahu is expected to arrive in New York only after Trump has already departed the city.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 26, 2025.

Trump announces ‘infinite life’ Greenland deal granting US permanent security control

“At my direction, we worked with representatives of Denmark and Greenland to guarantee that the United States will forever have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland," Trump said.

US President Donald J. Trump makes an announcement on healthcare in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, September 18, 2026.

Trump bans 'fake news' CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House 'effective immediately'

Trump has repeatedly urged broadcasters to drop comedy or news programs he dislikes or that have joked about or criticized him or his administration.

US President Donald Trump talks with members of the media after walking off Air Force One at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport on September 16, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Hundreds of Jewish residents protest outside of NYC Mayor Mamdani's home

Jewish protesters gather outside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's home after a spike in antisemitism in the city over the Summer.

Rally organised by "End Jew Hatred" in opposition to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani in New York City Sunday, 26th July 2026

Hunter Biden says Gaza situation 'resembles genocide,' accuses Netanyahu of endangering Jews

"I am an avowed opponent of Bibi Netanyahu and the Likud government, and what they have done in Gaza, what they continue to do in the West Bank, and what they are now doing in Lebanon." Biden said.

 Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, makes a surprise appearance at a House Oversight Committee markup and meeting to vote on whether to hold Biden in contempt of Congress for failing to respond to a request to testify to the House, on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., January 10, 2024.