Trump Renews Public Support for Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Election

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly reaffirmed his support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the eve of the Israeli elections, scheduled for Tuesday. Trump stated that he and Netanyahu had achieved "joint victories." In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, addressed to the "people of Israel," Trump wrote, "As everyone knows, including the enemy, Bibi and I have a special relationship where we have achieved joint victories." He cited "Operation Venezuelan Attack," which he described as one of history's most successful military operations, and "Operation Midnight Hammer" that prevented a leading state sponsor of terrorism from acquiring nuclear weapons. Trump also mentioned "Operation Epic Fury," asserting that Iran now has no naval or air forces, its military and economy are in total collapse with 301% inflation, and a naval blockade prevented oil acquisition, leading to the downfall of two levels of its leadership. Addressing Israelis, Trump urged them to remember that "Bibi was an exceptional warrior prime minister" as they head to the polls. He recalled that some called Israel the "lesser Satan" and the U.S. the "greater Satan." Trump declared it unacceptable for the chant "Death to America, Death to Israel" to be repeated globally and urged voters to "Vote for Bibi Netanyahu for Prime Minister." He concluded by stating, "We must finish the mission we started together."