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World · October 18, 2026

Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s elections: ‘Will never let you down’

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President Trump has issued a formal endorsement of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu via Truth Social ahead of the October 27 Israeli national elections. Trump described Netanyahu as a 'Great Warrior Prime Minister' and a vital partner in opposing Iran. The endorsement comes as Netanyahu's Likud Party faces a challenging election cycle against Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar Party, with polls suggesting no single party will easily secure a 61-seat Knesset majority. While the two leaders have collaborated on strikes against Iran, they have also faced recent strategic disagreements regarding the conduct and outcome of the conflict.

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  • President Trump endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu for re-election via Truth Social.
  • The Israeli national elections are scheduled for October 27.
  • Trump highlighted Netanyahu’s role in combatting the Islamic Republic of Iran.
  • Trump stated that if Netanyahu is not leader, the U.S. might have to act against Iran alone, which he is 'not inclined to do.'
  • Netanyahu's Likud Party is facing a tight race and is unlikely to win an outright 61-seat majority.

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  • Likud is trailing former IDF chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar Party in four major polls.
  • Trump's endorsement was withheld for months as strategies in the Middle East diverged.
  • Netanyahu’s government is described as the most nationalist and far-right in Israel's history.
  • Some Israelis expressed disappointment over a Trump ceasefire proposal that fell short of key goals during the Iran war.

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