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Trump Says Israel Will Join US If War With Iran Resumes

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By יענקי פרבר

First reported by Walla · Aug 17, 2026

What happened

Donald Trump warned that Israel would join the US if war with Iran resumes, urging Iran to surrender and threatening Oman over the Strait of Hormuz. He confirmed secret talks with Iran's Revolutionary Guards and Hamas and dismissed links between US midterms and Iran policy. Reports suggest a ceasefire extension, while the US focuses on lowering fuel prices.

  • 01Trump says Israel will join US in fighting if war with Iran restarts.
  • 02He claims secret channels exist with Iran's Revolutionary Guards and Hamas.
  • 03Trump demands Iran surrender and threatens Oman over Strait of Hormuz control.
  • 04He denies any link between US midterm elections and Iran policy.
  • 05Reports indicate a possible 60-day ceasefire extension between involved countries.
  • 06US Vice President prioritizes lowering fuel prices in talks with Tehran.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Donald Trump
OrganizationsFox News, Revolutionary Guards, Hamas, Al Arabiya
PlacesIsrael, Iran, Oman, Strait of Hormuz, Tehran, Washington

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 17, 2026
Trump Says Israel Will Join US If War With Iran Resumes
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 17, 2026
Trump Says US Will Lead If Fighting Resumes in Middle East, Israel Will Support
WallaCenter · HebrewAug 17, 2026
Trump Warns US Will Lead If Middle East Fighting Resumes, Israel Will Support

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