Donald Trump

Netanyahu survives the election, but Eisenkot holds key to replacing him - analysis

Netanyahu remains in office without a majority, while Eisenkot must overcome opposition divisions to form a government or face another election.

A road sign stands in front of a large billboard featuring Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) of the Likud party and former military chief and leader of the centrist Yashar party, Gadi Eisenkot, in Ramat Gan on October 20, 2026.
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Grapevine: Fateful wallets

US President Donald Trump dances during a rally, in support of Republican US Senate candidate, former US Representative Mike Rogers, ahead of the midterm elections, at an entertainment complex in Port Huron, Michigan, US, October 25, 2026.

US judge orders Trump administration to stop threats to prosecute state, local election officials

Afghan immigrant Khan, 31, a pseudonym used to protect his identity, looks out the window of his home in Anaheim, California, on December 8, 2025, amid uncertainty over the future of Afghan refugees in the US. (Illustrative)

Trump administration plans to deport over 150 Afghans, including families of US military allies


Trump's oil holdings surge 43% amid Iran war, raising conflict of interest concerns - report

Trump's oil and gas holdings rose 43% amid the Iran war, a Democratic congressional report found, raising conflict of interest concerns as US families spent an estimated $856 more on gasoline.

US President Donald Trump points a finger as he speaks during a rally at Florida Gulf Coast University's Alico Arena ahead of the midterm elections, in Fort Myers, Florida, US, October 23, 2026.

Vance offers to meet with former IRGC commander Rezaei as Pentagon preps new attack - report

US intelligence officials assess that Rezaei maintains regular contact with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The two are believed to have spoken in recent days, after the American letter arrived.

(L to R) Head of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Hossein Salami, Iran's former chief of the Revolutionary Guards Mohsen Rezaei, and head of Iran's Revolutionary Guard's aerospace division General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, attend a commemoration ceremony in the capital Tehran on January 3, 2023

Trump says Iran is in 'big trouble,' insists US is in no rush to reach nuclear deal

Trump said the US was in no rush to reach a deal with Iran, citing Tehran's economic troubles as Qatari mediators worked to prevent another round of American strikes.

US President Donald Trump gestures as he arrives at Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell, Montana, US, October 14, 2026.

My Word: Negative political thinking - opinion

Israel’s fragmented political landscape raises questions about coalition stability, voter trust, and whether politicians can put national interests ahead of personal rivalries.

Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to the media after casting his ballot in Israel’s general elections at a polling station in Jerusalem, October 27, 2026

US President Trump's tariffs have not decreased US trade deficits, German study shows

The US-Israeli war against Iran is increasing already high public debt and pushing up interest rates, with creditors questioning whether the US can sustain its outstanding debt of $40 trillion.

US President Donald Trump exits a vehicle as he arrives to board Air Force One for travel to South Carolina, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, October 29, 2026.

Ukraine temporarily halts strikes on Russian oil refineries after pressure from Trump - report

The unofficial pause is expected to last until after the US midterm elections and potentially deeper into November, it added.

Plumes of smoke rise from fires (centre) at an oil refinery following what the authorities say is a Ukrainian drone strike in the course of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Moscow, Russia, September, 20, 2026.

Trump pledges to push for IDF withdrawal from Lebanon if Beirut joins Abraham Accords - report

Israel has not ruled out the possibility of reaching a peace agreement with Lebanon once the security threat posed by Hezbollah has been removed.

IDF soldiers patrol along the Israeli-Lebanese border, on October 21, 2026.

Pentagon preparing $400 billion cut to Trump administration's requested defense budget - report

The reduced funding could potentially affect the pace at which the US rebuilds its weapons stockpiles depleted during the war with Iran.

US Navy sailors work on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington as it transits the Arabian Sea to support US military operations in the war with Iran August 20, 2026.

Trump cancels weekend rallies, plans to phone in to other midterm campaign events

The canceled in-person rallies were set for Salina, Kansas, on Saturday, and Dubuque, Iowa, on Sunday.

US President Donald Trump waves as he arrives on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 25, 2026.

Saudis ask Trump to 'give diplomacy a chance' on Iran prior to military option, sources tell 'Post'

According to one regional source who spoke with the Post, during the meetings, the Saudis conveyed a request to Iran that Tehran refrain from targeting key Saudi oil and gas facilities.

US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman speak as they arrive during the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Leaders’ Summit at The Ritz-Carlton on May 14, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.