On June 12, 2025, President Donald Trump ignited global headlines with a blistering rebuke of both Israel and Iran, accusing them of violating a fragile ceasefire and escalating tensions in the Middle East. The remarks came just hours before Trump departed for the NATO Summit in The Hague, where global leaders are expected to address the growing crisis.
Trump’s F-Bomb-Fueled Tirade on the White House Lawn
Speaking to reporters before boarding Marine One, Trump lashed out at both nations, saying, “They’ve been fighting for so long and so hard, they don’t know what the f** they’re doing.”* He added that he was “really unhappy” with Israel in particular, warning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “Do not drop those bombs.”
Trump’s comments followed reports that Israel had struck a radar array near Tehran, allegedly scaling back a larger attack after a late-night phone call with Trump. The president later posted on Truth Social, “ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran. All planes will turn around and head home, while doing a friendly ‘Plane Wave’ to Iran. Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect!”
Environmental Rollback in the Columbia River Basin
In a separate move, Trump signed a Presidential Memorandum revoking a Biden-era executive action aimed at protecting salmon and other native fish in the Columbia River Basin. The memorandum directs federal agencies to withdraw from agreements that supported dam breaching and environmental restoration, citing the need to preserve hydroelectric power and agricultural water supply.
The White House argued that the previous policy prioritized “speculative climate change concerns” over energy reliability and economic prosperity. Environmental groups condemned the rollback, warning it could devastate fish populations and violate tribal treaties.
Trump’s Approval Rating and NATO Summit Preview
Despite the controversies, Trump’s approval rating remained steady, with Trafalgar Group polling him at 53.7% approval. He is expected to arrive in The Hague on June 24 for the NATO Summit, where discussions will focus on Middle East security, Russia’s war in Ukraine, and transatlantic defense cooperation.
June 12, 2025, underscored the volatile mix of diplomacy, domestic policy, and political theater that defines Trump’s second term. From Rose Garden renovations to Middle East brinkmanship, the president continues to shape headlines—and history.