Trump Backs Netanyahu for Re-election, Citing Iran Campaign

US President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's upcoming election, citing their joint military campaign against Iran as a reason for voters to re-elect him. Trump urged Israelis to support Netanyahu to "finish the job" they started together. In a Truth Social post, Trump called Netanyahu an "outstanding Warrior Prime Minister" and detailed their operations, including "Operation Midnight Hammer" and "Operation Epic Fury," claiming these actions have crippled Iran's military and economy. He also referenced a naval blockade and stated Iran's inflation is at 301 percent, while vowing to end chants of "Death to America, Death to Israel." The endorsement follows months of reported tensions between the two leaders over war strategy, including a US-brokered ceasefire with Iran in April that has since collapsed. Despite criticism from Vice President JD Vance, who said Israel must align with US policy, Trump reaffirmed his support for Netanyahu, who is Israel's longest-serving prime minister.