US President Donald Trump on Thursday declared that he will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank, distancing himself from demands by some far-right politicians who want to extend sovereignty over the area.
“I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope, I will not allow it. It’s not going to happen," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office.
“There’s been enough. It’s time to stop now," he added, signaling a shift amid growing global concern over Israel’s aggressive actions.
. @POTUS : “I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope, I will not allow it." pic.twitter.com/WrZqkbjFYQ — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 25, 2025
Trump’s remarks came as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was scheduled to arrive in New York ahead of his address to the