Trump Claims Influence in Netanyahu’s Israeli Election Success Amid Rising Tensions

10/28/2026

Preliminary results put Netanyahu's bloc at 55 seats, 6 short of parliamentary majority, as Trump says he has yet to speak with Israeli premier

10/28/2026

His claim came as exit polls following Tuesday’s election showed Netanyahu’s Likud-led bloc locked in a close contest with the opposition alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot.

10/27/2026

Netanyahu has presented his partnership with Trump as a key advantage, arguing that their alliance could help Israel confront regional threats, particularly Iran.

10/27/2026

US President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s crucial October 27, 2026, parliamentary election, putting their close political and...

10/26/2026

US President Donald Trump doubles down on his endorsement of Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging Israelis that he needs to be reelected in Tuesday's elections.

10/26/2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasted of ⁠his endorsement from Donald Trump on the eve of Israel’s election, suggesting the two leaders could restart their war against Iran if he wins,...

10/26/2026

Trump praised his partnership with Netanyahu and credited their joint military campaign against Iran with severely weakening Tehran’s military capabilities.