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Truth Social

2026-04-262026-09-02

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Trump took to his Truth Social platform to attack Kristen Welker as the "unpopular 'hostess' of the once great Meet the Press" talk show for stating that the president had "mixed results" on his endorsement of political candidates in party primaries, insisting the results went hi

    Trump calls for 'punishment' of NBC reporter
  3. Citizen Digital

    Trump on Tuesday wrote on Truth Social that "the failing Islamic Republic of Iran is not paying large segments of their military, while at the same time killing protesters, even when they are not protesting, at levels not seen before".

    Iran executes over 500 people in 2026: rights group
  4. The Standard

    d the lowering of flags across the United States for a week for Parton, calling her death a "true loss for millions of people.""Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of the greatest Country singers, and far beyond, EVER, has just passed away," Trump posted on his Truth Social

    Dolly Parton's death sparks outpouring of grief in divided America
  5. The Standard

    "Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!!" Trump said in a post on Truth Social."They have also charged our great farmers, for many years, massive amounts of Tariffs.

    Trump hits back at Canada after retaliatory tariffs announcement
  6. Citizen Digital

    I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. "Our Naval Blockade is being called, by everyone, 'A WALL OF STEEL,' and there is nothing Iran can do about it." Trump has repeatedly claimed the United States controls the strait, which is vital for the flow of

    Trump says US will 'keep' Hormuz strait control
  7. Citizen Digital

    The Republican leader lashed out on his Truth Social platform at media reports about the dwindling weapons stockpile, saying that the United States has "massive amounts of 'munitions' especially of certain types," without giving further detail.

    Trump dismisses reports of munitions shortages, says US has 'massive amounts'
  8. July 2026
  9. Capital News

    ical step towards Gaza finally being governed by a new Palestinian government”. “The International Stabilization Force will work with a new Palestinian police force to take responsibility for Gaza being safe for its residents and its neighbours,” he said in a post on Truth Social

    Hamas says it has agreed to disarm after Trump announces Board of Peace plan
  10. Citizen Digital

    "Therefore, two major Countries that people speak of often in terms of Iran are, in my opinion, not participating," Trump said on his Truth Social network.

    Trump warns Russia and China against arms sales to Iran
  11. Citizen Digital

    "From this point forward, any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device or weapon, the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT," he wrote on his Truth Social netwo

    Trump vows tit-for-tat strikes on Iran power plants
  12. Citizen Digital

    Burnham "has got a big job ahead of him, but he will be able to do it and, of course, the U.S.A. will be there to help!" Trump posted on Truth Social, noting they discussed trade, military cooperation and demining the Strait of Hormuz.

    New UK PM Burnham stamps authority with cabinet shakeup

Monday 31 August

  1. Trump threatens FCC action against NBC journalist

    President Donald Trump threatened on Sunday to report NBC journalist Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission for what he called "purposeful inaccuracy" in her coverage of his midterm election endorsements, disputing her claim that his endorsements had "mixed results."

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 27 August

  1. Iran executes over 500 people in 2026, rights group reports

    According to Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights, Iran has executed at least 511 people so far in 2026, including at least 29 in connection with anti-government protests in January and at least 13 political prisoners affiliated with banned opposition groups. Activists argue Iran is using capital punishment to intimidate the population following protests and the war that erupted on February 28.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Country music legend Dolly Parton dies, mourned across America

    Country music legend Dolly Parton has died, prompting an outpouring of grief from figures across the entertainment world and politicians on both sides of the political spectrum. President Donald Trump announced the lowering of flags across the United States for a week.

    25 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 23 August

  1. Trump and Canada escalate trade dispute with reciprocal tariffs

    US President Trump criticized Canada's retaliatory tariff announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney, which targets US steel and dairy industries effective September 8, following new 50-percent US tariffs on roughly $20 billion of Canadian goods.

    23 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 13 August

  1. Trump claims US control of strategic Hormuz strait

    President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that the United States has total control of the Strait of Hormuz and will keep it, describing a US naval blockade as "a wall of steel." Iran, however, says it effectively controls much of the waterway and intends to impose a toll system in response to a US war launched by Trump on February 28.

    13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 6 August

  1. Trump dismisses US munitions shortage reports

    President Donald Trump said on Thursday the United States has a vast supply of munitions and lashed out at media reports about dwindling weapons stockpiles, stating the country has "massive amounts of 'munitions' especially of certain types" and that large amounts are being manufactured and shipped as needed.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 31 July

  1. Trump board announces Hamas disarmament agreement for Gaza

    US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace announced an agreement for Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza to completely disarm, with a senior Hamas official confirming the group's agreement to the plan and Israel yet to comment. The disarmament is part of the second phase of a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire plan that also includes Israeli troop withdrawal and Gaza reconstruction.

    31 July 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 25 July

  1. Trump warns Russia, China against selling arms to Iran

    U.S. President Trump warned China and Russia against selling weapons to Iran, saying he believes assurances from Xi Jinping and Putin that they are not currently doing so. The warning comes amid reports that Washington is investigating whether Moscow and Beijing are providing Iran with targeting information following strikes on U.S. bases.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Trump pledges US bombing of Iranian infrastructure for Gulf attacks

    President Trump vowed that the United States will bomb Iranian bridges or power plants each time Tehran fires at ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including facilities near Tehran. The threat came as Trump prepared to receive the remains of three US troops killed in Iranian attacks on American military facilities in the Gulf.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 21 July

  1. UK's new PM Burnham reshuffles cabinet after replacing Starmer

    Andy Burnham became UK Prime Minister after Keir Starmer's departure, immediately reshuffling his cabinet by removing his predecessor's loyalists. Burnham pledged a 10-year plan to ease cost-of-living pressures, promised to re-industrialise Britain and decentralise power, and held calls with US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. UK PM Burnham reshuffles cabinet, signals leftward policy shift

    New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham convened his first cabinet after removing his predecessor Keir Starmer's loyalists, pledging a 10-year plan to address cost-of-living pressures and promising to re-industrialise Britain and decentralise power.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. UK's new PM Burnham replaces Starmer, promises cost-of-living relief

    Andy Burnham became British Prime Minister after Keir Starmer's departure, replaced government loyalists, and pledged a 10-year plan to ease cost-of-living pressures and re-industrialise Britain. He has signalled a leftward tilt and promised to decentralise power and end rough sleeping.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Iran targets US air base in Jordan; US completes five-hour strike wave

    Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it struck a U.S. air base in Jordan on Tuesday, while Jordan's armed forces reported intercepting four Iranian missiles. U.S. Central Command completed a five-hour wave of strikes on Iran, the third consecutive night of attacks.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Italy rebuffs Trump's attack on Meloni before NATO summit

    Italy on Monday criticised US President Donald Trump's social media attack on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ahead of a NATO summit. Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto responded that "people come and go but relations must endure," while Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said transatlantic relations go beyond individual comments.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. Trump calls US NATO support 'ridiculous' ahead of summit

    President Donald Trump said Thursday it is "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO, claiming the relationship "is not reciprocal" and European allies "were not there for us." Trump has repeatedly criticized European allies over their response to the war in Iran, as several countries restricted the use of bases for US forces.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 21 June

  1. Trump predicts UK PM Starmer's resignation amid reports

    US President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer "will resign," offering no evidence for the claim, as British media reported the embattled Labour leader may resign within days. Trump also criticized Starmer's record on immigration and energy policy.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 14 June

  1. Trump says US-Iran deal signing planned for Sunday

    US President Donald Trump announced that a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East could be signed Sunday, with the Strait of Hormuz to be "open to all" immediately after. Pakistan's mediating role has brought both parties closer to agreement, with the Pakistani Prime Minister saying the signing is expected within 24 hours and will be electronic.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 13 June

  1. Trump says Iran's public version differs from written deal

    US President Donald Trump said Friday that Tehran's stated version of a deal on stopping the war is not what was agreed to, with the White House insisting Tehran would dismantle its nuclear program. The two sides released starkly different accounts of the proposed agreement, with Tehran insisting on its right to enrich uranium and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 12 June

  1. Trump cancels Iran strikes, signals possible deal

    U.S. President Donald Trump announced he was calling off planned strikes on Iran and flagged the signing of a possible deal with Tehran after top-level talks, saying discussions and final points had been approved by all parties involved including the United States and Israel.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 11 June

  1. Trump vows imminent strikes on Iran, seizure of oil infrastructure

    U.S. President Donald Trump announced Thursday that the United States would strike Iran "very hard" and promised to seize Kharg Island and other Iranian oil infrastructure, including taking control of the country's oil and gas markets.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 10 June

  1. US and Iran exchange strikes after helicopter downed

    The US conducted strikes on Iranian air defence systems, ground control stations and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz after an American Apache helicopter was downed on Monday. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps retaliated by launching drones and missiles at 21 targets at US bases in Bahrain and Jordan, with Kuwait also intercepting an attack.

    10 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Trump warns Iran will pay price for slow negotiations

    US President Donald Trump said Iran has taken too long to negotiate a deal over Middle East conflict and will "have to pay the price," following a US-Iran military exchange that strained a ceasefire in effect since April. Trump told Fox News he may target Iran's power plants and bridges if peace talks continue to fail.

    10 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Iran and Israel pause strikes, warn of retaliation if breached

    Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks on each other after exchanging fire for the first time since April's truce. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country was holding fire "at the moment," while Iran warned of "more severe and crushing measures" if Israel carried out more strikes.

    9 June 2026 · Capital News

Monday 8 June

  1. Trump uses AI memes to dominate attention before midterms

    US President Donald Trump is posting AI-generated imagery on Truth Social to attack political rivals and promote himself ahead of November midterm elections, as his approval ratings decline amid unpopular foreign policy and inflation.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Israel, Hezbollah clash despite agreed US-brokered talks

    Israel and Hezbollah clashed overnight despite a US-announced agreement to halt fighting ahead of US-hosted talks between Israel and Lebanon. Israel's deepening offensive in Lebanon, including heavy bombardment and ground invasion, has threatened to undermine a wider Middle East ceasefire involving the United States and Iran.

    2 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 1 June

  1. US, Iran trade strikes as ceasefire talks stall

    The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes on Monday as negotiations to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz remained deadlocked over disagreements on Iranian nuclear efforts and fighting in Lebanon. The US military carried out "self-defense strikes" on Iranian radar and drone control sites in response to a downed US drone, and Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted a US military air base in retaliation.

    1 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 30 May

  1. Trump delays decision on Iran nuclear deal after White House meeting

    U.S. President Trump deferred his "final determination" on a draft deal with Iran following a two-hour meeting with his national security team. Trump outlined U.S. conditions including elimination of Iran's enriched nuclear materials, reopening the Hormuz Strait without tolls, and removal of water mines.

    30 May 2026 · Capital News

Monday 25 May

  1. Trump instructs negotiators to slow pace on Iran deal

    US President Donald Trump has instructed negotiators "not to rush into a deal" with Iran, saying both sides must take time to "get it right," after earlier suggesting an agreement was close. The reported deal involves a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and further negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme, though some Republicans argue it is too lenient on Iran.

    25 May 2026 · Capital News

Friday 22 May

  1. US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard resigns to care for husband

    Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation as Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, citing her husband Abraham's recent diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer. Trump praised her work and said deputy Aaron Lukas would serve as acting Director.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Trump posts dozens of conspiracy theories on Truth Social

    US President Donald Trump posted over 50 times in three hours around midnight Monday, sharing conspiracy theories, crude memes, and attacks on opponents including former President Barack Obama on Truth Social, amid scrutiny of his health and as he travels to a summit in China.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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