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Trump’s intervention turns Herzog’s pardon dilemma into a diplomatic trap - analysis

Trump’s public demand that Herzog pardon Netanyahu has turned a domestic legal dilemma into a political and diplomatic minefield with consequences for Israel’s sovereignty.

FEBRUARY 15, 2026|ByHERB KEINON

US President Donald Trump makes an announcement at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 12, 2026.

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) speaks during a US Senate Judiciary Privacy, Technology, and the Law Subcommittee hearing on oversight of telecommunications carriers in the wake of the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, February 10, 2026.

Sen. Graham calls Trump 'most consequential' since Ronald Reagan, praises Netanyahu as key partner

Graham praised both leaders' efforts towards a "way forward in the Middle East" following a three-hour White House meeting between the two.

FEBRUARY 12, 2026|ByARIELLA ROITMAN

US military forces boarded the crude oil tanker Aquila II in the Indian Ocean after pursuing it from the Caribbean. The vessel was accused of breaching Washington's blockade on sanctioned vessels traveling to or from Venezuela. February 9, 2026.

Trump administration weighs seizing Iranian oil tankers to further pressure Tehran - WSJ

The move would put significant pressure on Iran’s main source of revenue, according to US officials, but “faces many obstacles,” including concerns regarding Iranian retaliation.

FEBRUARY 11, 2026|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM, REUTERS

Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) holds up a photo of US President Donald Trump with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during a meeting of the the House Oversight and Accountability Committee to markup a resolution and report to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress, January 10, 2024; illustrative.

Trump told police chief 'everyone' knew about Epstein, newly uncovered FBI documents reveal

The files have also created crises abroad after revealing new details of Epstein's ties to prominent people in politics, finance, business and academia.

FEBRUARY 10, 2026|ByREUTERS

Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha announce they are expecting fourth child

“We are very excited to share that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child... Both Usha and the baby are doing well, and we look forward to welcoming him in late July,” Vice President Vance shared.

JANUARY 21, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Vice President JD Vance dances with his wife, second lady Usha Vance at the Marine Ball at the Washington Hilton on November 8, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Netanyahu weighing US trip for AIPAC conference, White House meeting with Trump

The prime minister's expected trip comes amid public disagreement between Jerusalem and Washington over the make-up of Gaza's Board of Peace.

JANUARY 20, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN

Speaking via satellite feed from Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses AIPAC in Washington, US, March 26, 2019

Morocco joins Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace as founding member

"Morocco welcomes the second phase of Trump’s comprehensive peace plan," the country's foreign ministry announced.

JANUARY 19, 2026BySHIR PERETS, SHOSHANA BAKER, REUTERS

King Mohammed VI of Morocco attends the signing of bilateral agreements at the Agdal Royal Palace on February 13, 2019 in Rabat, Morocco.

Iran's FM reassured Witkoff on 'canceled' executions, prompting Trump to call off strikes - report

Steve Witkoff, in contact with Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi via text, reportedly "defused the situation" by informing Trump that the Iranian government had canceled planned executions.

JANUARY 18, 2026ByTZVI JASPER

Steve Witkoff stands onstage with US President Donald Trump during a campaign rally at Atrium Health Amphitheater in Macon, Georgia, US, November 3, 2024

Trump vows tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland

Those tariffs would increase to 25% on June 1 and would continue until a deal was reached for the US to purchase Greenland, Trump wrote.

JANUARY 18, 2026ByREUTERS

A 3D‑printed miniature model of US President Donald Trump, EU and Greenland flags, and the word "Tariffs" appear in this illustration taken January 17, 2026.

Donald Trump: Iran's killing of protesters 'is stopping, no plan for executions'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that "there is no plan" by Iran to hang people. "Hanging is out of the question."

JANUARY 14, 2026ByJAMES GENN

US President Donald Trump looks on as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, May 5, 2025

Trump expected to call for meeting to discuss possible Iran actions, including military force

US President Trump is set to meet with senior officials to discuss potential actions regarding the ongoing protests in Iran, with military options still on the table.

JANUARY 12, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt listens as US President Donald Trump speaks with members of the media aboard Air Force One en route from Florida to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, January 11, 2026.

Iran's FM Araghchi discussed nationwide protests with US's Witkoff, sources tell Axios

Over the weekend, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi initiated talks with Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff regarding the unrest in Iran, two sources with knowledge of the matter told Axios.

JANUARY 12, 2026ByJAMES GENN