Trump orders federal layoffs, warns Iran, questions Ukraine’s future, meets Jordan’s King on Gaza refugees, and urges Israel to act against Hamas after ceasefire violations. HG
On February 11, 2025, President Donald Trump engaged in several notable actions:
- Executive Order to Downsize Federal Workforce: President Trump, alongside adviser Elon Musk, signed an executive order mandating significant reductions in the federal workforce. The order requires agencies to lay off four employees for every new hire, aiming to streamline government operations and reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies.
- Meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah II: President Trump hosted King Abdullah II at the White House to discuss the resettlement of Gaza refugees. This meeting follows Trump’s controversial proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt, a plan that has faced significant criticism and rejection from Jordanian officials. reuters.com
- Iran Alerts UN to Trump’s Threat of Force: Iran informed the United Nations Security Council about President Trump’s “reckless and inflammatory statements” threatening the use of force against Iran. In recent interviews, Trump discussed his preference for securing a deal to prevent Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while warning about bombing the country if necessary. Iran’s letter asserted that such statements violate international law and warned of severe consequences for any act of aggression. reuters.com
- Comments on Ukraine’s Future: President Trump suggested that Ukraine “may be Russian some day,” a remark that could undermine the ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts in the region. This statement comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky seeks a U.S.-backed security guarantee to deter future Russian aggression. news.com.au
- Response to Hamas Ceasefire Violation: Following Hamas’s halt in the release of Israeli hostages, President Trump urged Israel to allow “all hell to break loose” if the hostages are not released by a set deadline. This statement has empowered Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to potentially resume hostilities, jeopardizing the tenuous Gaza ceasefire. theaustralian.com.au
Bibliography:
- “Donald Trump decreta junto a Elon Musk preparar despidos ‘a gran escala’ en la Administración.” El País, 11 Feb. 2025. elpais.com
- “Iran alerts UN to Trump threat of force, says it will defend itself.” Reuters, 11 Feb. 2025. reuters.com
- “Trump’s shocking Ukraine prediction.” News.com.au, 11 Feb. 2025. news.com.au
- “Hamas ignites threat of ‘hell’ from Trump.” The Australian, 11 Feb. 2025. theaustralian.com.au
- “Jordan’s King Abdullah to meet with Trump on Feb. 11 in Washington.” Reuters, 2 Feb. 2025. reuters.com
For a comprehensive overview of the day’s events, you might find the following news broadcast informative:
