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Trump endorses Netanyahu in Israeli legislative elections

Trump endorses Netanyahu in Israeli legislative elections

Also reported by The Hill

Summary

President Donald Trump has officially endorsed Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of the October 27 parliamentary elections. Trump praised Netanyahu as a strong US ally in the ongoing war against Iran and warned that if Netanyahu is not re-elected, the US would have to take stronger action.

Key Facts

  • President Trump endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu on Truth Social, calling it a “Complete and Total Endorsement.”
  • The Israeli election is set for October 27, and Netanyahu faces a close race against an opposition bloc.
  • Trump highlighted Netanyahu’s role as an ally of the US in the conflict with Iran.
  • Trump and Netanyahu have met multiple times since January 2025, with some reported disagreements on military actions.
  • Trump once called Netanyahu “f***ing crazy” over Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and asked him to preserve a ceasefire with Iran.
  • The US and Israel launched a war on Iran on February 28, causing global oil and gas supply issues and domestic criticism of Trump.
  • A recent poll showed about two-thirds of US voters disapprove of Trump’s handling of the war with Iran.
  • Trump warned that if Netanyahu loses, America might have to fight Iran alone, which he is reluctant to do.
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