Trump Rules Out Israeli Annexation of West Bank: ‘It’s Not Going to Happen’

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank, marking his first public statement on the issue and confirming reports he delivered similar assurances to Arab and Muslim leaders earlier this week.

Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump was unequivocal. “It’s not gonna happen,” he said when asked about annexation plans.

The president revealed he had spoken directly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the matter, underscoring Washington’s position. “There’s been enough. It’s time to stop now,” Trump added, signaling a tougher stance on Israeli territorial ambitions.

The announcement follows Trump’s meeting with leaders from eight Arab and Muslim nations on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, where the topic of Israel’s future control over the West Bank was raised. Reports had suggested Trump assured participants he would block any annexation moves — remarks now confirmed publicly.

Trump’s statement comes at a sensitive moment, as his administration works to advance a wider peace framework involving Israel, the Palestinians, and key Arab states. While Israel’s government has previously floated the possibility of extending sovereignty over parts of the West Bank, Washington’s clear rejection is likely to resonate across the Middle East, easing tensions with Arab allies wary of such a step.

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