“It Won’t Happen”: Trump Issues Stern Warning to Israel Over West Bank Annexation Plans.
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Israel, stating that the United States would withdraw all support if the Israeli government proceeds with plans to annex the West Bank.
The revelation came from an interview published by Time magazine on Thursday, October 23, 2025, where Trump laid down a clear marker. He firmly stated that such an annexation is not an option, grounding his position in diplomatic pledges made to Arab nations.
“It won’t happen because I gave my word to the Arab countries,” Trump was quoted as saying. He left no room for ambiguity, adding that any move by Israel to annex the territory would mean they “would lose all of its support from the United States.”
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This strong stance from Washington comes at a critical moment, as a heated debate over extending Israeli sovereignty to parts of the West Bank intensifies within the country. The political momentum for annexation has been growing, evidenced earlier this week when the Knesset approved the first reading of two bills aimed at applying Israeli law to specific settlements in the region.
The push is not new; back in July, a separate declaration urging the government to move forward with annexation passed with substantial backing, receiving support from 71 out of 120 lawmakers.
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Adding weight to the Trump administration’s position, Vice President JD Vance also spoke bluntly on the matter. He dismissed the notion of annexation, characterizing it as a reckless political maneuver that, in his view, amounts to little more than a diplomatic stunt with potential for serious backlash.
This unified message from the top of the U.S. government sends a powerful signal: while America’s alliance with Israel remains historically strong, Washington is intent on preserving its relationships with Arab allies and maintaining regional stability. The message is clear that American support, however steadfast, has its limits when pivotal diplomatic commitments and regional peace are at stake.
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