Trump Shares Article Criticizing Netanyahu and Weighs Rival Candidates

Donald Trump shared a Just The News article on Truth Social on Saturday, June 20, 2026, focused on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s chances in Israel’s next election. The piece said Trump is examining possible alternatives, including Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot, while still describing support for Netanyahu as the likeliest scenario.

According to the article, Trump said, “I have a good relationship with Bibi, but he needs to be more rational.” It also quoted him saying, “I am ready to meet with him, he is doing a very good job, but he has to be a little more rational.” Another line attributed to Trump said, “Without my help there would not be a State of Israel today.”

The article said Trump was concerned about the length of the war and its effect on regional stability, including efforts connected to possible agreements with Iran. It said he viewed the fighting in Gaza and Lebanon as too aggressive and too long, and called for a “softer approach” that would produce faster results without excessive harm to civilians.

The report also said any moves that delay regional stability or violate ceasefire terms could push Trump away from Netanyahu. It noted tensions tied to Netanyahu’s push for more decisive outcomes or regime-change steps not included in current agreements, and cited opposition from right-wing coalition partners Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir to parts of the deal. Trump’s remarks were reported as having been made at the G7 summit.