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Politics · October 19, 2026

Netanyahu hails Trump as ‘greatest friend of Israel’ in White House endorsement

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President Donald Trump has endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 27 national elections. The endorsement follows months of public silence and occasional friction between the two leaders regarding Middle East military strategy. Netanyahu welcomed the move, highlighting their past collaboration, while Trump emphasized Netanyahu's role in confronting Iran. The endorsement comes as Netanyahu faces a tight reelection race and ongoing corruption charges.

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  • President Donald Trump endorsed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection on October 18, 2026.
  • Israel's national elections are scheduled for October 27.
  • Netanyahu responded to the endorsement by thanking Trump and releasing a campaign video featuring the two leaders.
  • Trump previously sent a letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog in November requesting a pardon for Netanyahu's corruption charges.
  • The endorsement follows a period where Trump had withheld public support and expressed disagreements with Netanyahu's war strategies.

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  • Trump claimed he might be less inclined to 'finish the job' against Iran if someone other than Netanyahu is leading Israel.
  • Trump previously criticized Israel's decision to attack an Iranian gas field and once referred to Netanyahu as 'crazy' in June.
  • Netanyahu rejected a Trump-proposed Gaza ceasefire plan in August regarding the withdrawal of troops.

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