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Trump Warns West Bank Annexation Could Cost U.S. Support

10/24/2025

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Trump Warns Annexation Risks

In a Time magazine interview, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that annexing the West Bank would cost U.S. support.
He stressed his commitment to Arab nations and maintaining a ceasefire in Gaza.
Trump said pressure from Netanyahu's coalition to annex the West Bank would jeopardize the U.S.–Israel strategic alliance and harm progress.
The remarks reflect a shift in U.S. policy toward Arab states under the Abraham Accords.

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The United States-Israel relationship faces scrutiny as Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio press a Gaza ceasefire deal.
Analysts say the administration is applying unprecedented pressure on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, diverging from prior policies.
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Trump Warns Annexation Risks

In a Time magazine interview, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that annexing the West Bank would cost U.S. support.
He stressed his commitment to Arab nations and maintaining a ceasefire in Gaza.
Trump said pressure from Netanyahu's coalition to annex the West Bank would jeopardize the U.S.–Israel strategic alliance and harm progress.
The remarks reflect a shift in U.S. policy toward Arab states under the Abraham Accords.

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