The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/white-house/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:29:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png White House | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/white-house/ 32 32 US intel agencies examining how Iran would react if Trump declares victory in war https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:22:48 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3812390 In initial days of conflict, intelligence community concluded such a declaration would be viewed by Iran as a win; White House says talks ongoing, US won't be rushed into bad deal

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]]> Trump welcomes King Charles to Washington, where monarch set to address US Congress https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-welcomes-king-charles-to-washington-where-monarch-set-to-address-us-congress/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:45:50 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3812132 British head of state kicks off four-day visit to celebrate 250th anniversary of American Revolution, emphasizing nations' bond despite strains over Iran war, tariffs, and NATO

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]]> White House opted against announcing Iran ceasefire on TV, fearing it might not last https://www.timesofisrael.com/white-house-opted-against-announcing-iran-ceasefire-on-tv-fearing-it-may-not-last/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:55:33 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3799367 US official says Trump was 'adamant' about giving speech, aides talked him out of it; White House denies report as 'fake news,' says idea 'never even discussed with the president'

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]]> Melania Trump denies connection to Epstein case, calls accusations ‘baseless lies’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/melania-trump-denies-connection-to-epstein-case-calls-accusations-baseless-lies/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:54:45 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3798847 US first lady says Congress should hold a public hearing centered on survivors of Epstein’s crimes, claims statements about her are financially and politically motivated

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]]> UAE said pushing for military op to reopen Strait of Hormuz, is willing to take part https://www.timesofisrael.com/uae-said-pushing-for-military-op-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-is-willing-to-take-part/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:00:15 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3792644 Wall Street Journal says Abu Dhabi wants US to occupy islands held by Iran in waterway, is also pushing UN Security Council resolution to green-light use of force

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]]> White House posts montage of movie clips and real strikes on Iran https://www.timesofisrael.com/white-house-posts-montage-of-movie-clips-and-real-strikes-on-iran/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 05:44:49 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3771187 Iron Man, Gladiator and John Wick appear alongside real war footage in official social media video; Ben Stiller demands Tropic Thunder clip be removed, saying 'war is not a movie'

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]]> Trump causes flap with AI image of ‘Greenland penguin’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-causes-flap-with-ai-image-of-greenland-penguin/ Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:38:20 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3741211 White House posts picture of US president walking with flightless bird, but social media users quickly point out they only live in southern hemisphere

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]]> At White House Hanukkah party, Trump laments ‘Jewish lobby’ no longer most powerful https://www.timesofisrael.com/at-white-house-hanukkah-party-trump-says-jewish-lobby-no-longer-most-powerful/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:30:17 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3714458 US president says many in Congress now 'hate Israel,' falsely claims twice he got all hostages out of Gaza; Miriam Adelson pledges $250m for unconstitutional third Trump term

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]]> Trump taps pro-refugee Jewish immigrant as new White House ballroom architect https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-taps-jewish-immigrant-who-has-advocated-for-refugees-as-new-white-house-ballroom-architect/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:38:05 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3705804 Shalom Baranes, who was born in Libya and fled to US with help of Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society, is known for his work in DC, including the Jewish center in downtown Washington

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]]> Two US National Guard troops shot, critically hurt in DC; suspect believed to be Afghan national https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-us-national-guard-troops-shot-critically-hurt-near-white-house-suspect-in-custody/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 22:55:20 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3698705 Shooting occurs near White House; Trump says gunman will pay 'very steep price,' orders review of Afghan refugees who entered US under Biden resettlement program

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]]> Trump to host recently freed hostages at White House on Nov. 20 https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-to-host-recently-freed-hostages-at-white-house-on-nov-20/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:45:57 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3688922 All 20 living hostages released last month were invited along with family members; contrary to earlier reporting, the former captives will fly commercial, on Israel's dime

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]]> Trump sprays Syria’s Sharaa with cologne, asks how many wives he has https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-sprays-syrias-sharaa-with-cologne-asks-how-many-wives-he-has/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:39:35 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3687833 Leaders share eye-raising moments at landmark White House meeting, the first ever by a Syrian president

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]]> Trump’s $300m ballroom backed by tech, crypto giants — and two Israeli billionaires https://www.timesofisrael.com/trumps-300m-ballroom-backed-by-tech-crypto-giants-and-two-israeli-billionaires/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:58:46 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3687659 White House donor list features US president's Palm Beach neighbors, major US corporations, and high-profile figures including Miriam Adelson and Isaac Perlmutter

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]]> White House East Wing razed to make way for Trump’s $300-million ballroom https://www.timesofisrael.com/white-house-east-wing-razed-to-make-way-for-trumps-300-million-ballroom/ Sat, 25 Oct 2025 06:08:16 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3673188 President says updated cost to be covered by him 'and some friends of mine,' as preservationists assail destruction of historic first ladies' wing

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]]> Netanyahu says Trump to host him on Sept. 29, issues dire warning to Hamas over hostages https://www.timesofisrael.com/netanyahu-says-hell-meet-trump-again-issues-dire-warning-to-hamas-over-hostages/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 23:44:16 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3643728 PM attacks Qatar as supporter of Hamas, says intel on results of Doha strike 'not fully conclusive' and claims negative response from markets to his 'Sparta' remark a 'misunderstanding'

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