Netanyahu, Trump and Israel
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As winter rain continues to lash the Gaza Strip, flooding camps with ankle-deep puddles, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heads to the U.S. for talks on the next stage of the ceasefire agreement.
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Donald Trump deflects from his ally Benjamin Netanyahu's stance to recognise Somaliland—here's why
US President Donald Trump opposes US recognition of Somaliland, following Israel's recognition. Netanyahu aims for cooperation with Somaliland, while Somalia condemns the move, asserting its sovereignty.
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In the US, Netanyahu aims to convince Trump that only threat of war can bring peace
Leaders agree Gaza must be demilitarized and Iran kept from rebuilding, but with Hamas winning the peace and Hezbollah rearming, PM wants enemies to fear more attacks
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Trump tells The Post he’s not ready to embrace Somaliland independence — unlike pal Netanyahu
Israel on Friday became the world’s first country to recognize Somaliland’s split from anarchic Somalia, with Netanyahu planning to deliver a message to Trump at their Monday
Somalia’s Foreign Ministry described Israel’s move as a deliberate attack on its sovereignty, warning it could destabilise the region, while several nations echoed the criticism. The African Union said it firmly rejects the recognition, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for peace and stability across Africa.
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Iranian hackers claim to break into phone of top Netanyahu aide; Prime Minister’s Office denies
The same group of Iranian hackers who broke into former prime minister Naftali Bennett’s phone last week claim they managed to crack the phone of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s chief of staff, Tzachi Braverman. The Handala hackers say they will release new information today that ties Braverman to the Qatargate scandal.
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Ex-aide says Netanyahu tasked him with making a plan to evade responsibility for Oct. 7 attack
A former close aide to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that immediately following the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023, he was ordered to figure out how the premier could
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ask US President Donald Trump for green light to attack Iran, stress Gaza plan won't advance until last hostage's body is returned to Israel.
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Cop who investigated Netanyahu suspected of passing tips to mafia for kickbacks
The former Lahav 433 detective had been one of the police investigating cases 2000 and 4000, both involving Netanyahu’s alleged promises of favors to media magnates in return for positive coverage. Havkin later resigned his post and gave testimony in the trial, alleging police misconduct in the case.