India, May 20 -- US President Donald Trump on Wednesday injected an unconventional twist into the unfolding Middle East crisis, joking that he might launch a political campaign in Israel due to his massive local popularity and become Israeli Prime Minister. Trump's remark comes at a moment of intense regional hostilities, as the White House recently sent out signals that it may give Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu free rein over a looming military strike against Iran.

Trump Boasts 99% Popularity in Israel

Speaking to reporters in Maryland before boarding Air Force One, Trump claimed that fresh polling numbers indicate unprecedented levels of support for him among the Israeli public. The US President suggested that his politica...