# Trump Endorses Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Election

> Trump backs Netanyahu for Israeli re-election amid political tensions.
- Title: Trump Endorses Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Election · France24
- Summary: Trump backs Netanyahu for Israeli re-election amid political tensions. Trump endorsed Netanyahu before Israel's October 27 parliamentary election, boosting…
- Keywords: trump, netanyahu, israel, parliamentary election, october 27, iran, likud, bibi netanyahu, gadi eineskot, yashar party, october 7 attacks, iranian foreign minister
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/middle-east/20261018-trump-endorses-embattled-israeli-pm-netanyahu-ahead-of-october-27-election
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- Topics: trump, netanyahu, israel, parliamentary election, october 27, iran, likud, bibi netanyahu, gadi eineskot, yashar party, october 7 attacks, iranian foreign minister
## Trump Endorses Netanyahu
Trump endorsed Netanyahu before Israel's October 27 parliamentary election, providing a boost to the prime minister's re-election bid.

> Bibi Netanyahu has been Strong, Brave, and Brilliant in the face of tremendous opposition, including that coming from even Israel, itself
## Netanyahu's Election Context
Netanyahu faces tight election race with opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot, who accuses him of bearing responsibility for the October 7 Hamas-led attack.
## Trump's Endorsement Details
Trump praised Netanyahu's leadership, stating they had 'crushed Iran' and would work together to eliminate the Iranian threat within two years.

> This is the kind of Partner that the United States of America is demanding of Israel, a Country for which it has done so much
## Netanyahu's Response
Netanyahu thanked Trump for support, saying they would 'complete the mission' together to address ongoing security challenges.

> Thank you, President Trump, for your tremendous support and for our work together. Together we will complete the mission!
## Iranian Warning
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Netanyahu was 'driving America into another war' and cautioned about unfinished business with Iran.

> Last time you wanted to 'finish the job', Iran emerged even stronger. Want to try your luck again? Be our guest.
## Election Dynamics
Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister, faces a tight race with no clear winner as neither bloc has enough seats to form a governing coalition.
## Key takeaway

Trump endorsed Netanyahu before Israel's October 27 parliamentary election, boosting his re-election bid.