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Ongoing Story· Day 16

Trump Declines to Endorse Netanyahu, Cites Non-Involvement in Israeli Politics

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Trump on Netanyahu: 'I Don't Trust Anyone' in Politics

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U.S. President Donald Trump stated in an interview that he trusts no one in politics, but described his relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as very positive. Trump also commented on Iran, not ruling out further military action short of nuclear weapons, and criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for impeding a settlement with Russia and contributing to energy price hikes.

The story in 6 lines · by baba

  • Donald Trump stated he trusts no one in politics, even when asked about Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • Trump described his relationship with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as very positive.
  • Trump acknowledged potential further military action against Iran, excluding nuclear weapons.
  • Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for hindering a Russia settlement.
  • Trump suggested Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities raise global energy prices.
  • Trump claimed he would win 99% of the vote if he ran in Israel's upcoming election.

In a recent interview, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he does not place absolute trust in anyone within the political sphere, even when asked about his relationship with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Despite this general sentiment, Trump emphasized that his relationship with Netanyahu was very positive and highlighted significant achievements during their collaboration. He also commented on the upcoming Israeli elections, scheduled for October 27, suggesting there is an expectation for his involvement and claiming he would win 99% of the vote if he were a candidate in Israel.

Regarding Iran, Trump did not rule out the use of the "mother of all bombs" but clarified that nuclear weapons would not be employed. He asserted that Iran's nuclear program has been severely damaged but warned of potential future attempts to rebuild its capabilities. Trump reiterated his goal of permanently preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and acknowledged that further military actions might be necessary, though he does not foresee deploying U.S. ground troops into Iran.

Trump also expressed strong criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, accusing him of hindering a political settlement with Russia. Specifically, Trump took issue with Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities, which he believes contribute to rising global energy prices. He also raised the possibility of new elections in Ukraine as a way to address the ongoing crisis.

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