Mike Waltz

‘This is significant’: Danon says Waltz’s Israel visit reflects Washington’s commitment to region

“Ambassador Waltz chose Israel and Jordan in order to better understand the on-the-ground realities.

Mike Waltz and UN Ambassador Danny Danon observe at the US military base in Kiryat Gat on November 9, 2025.
Mike Waltz and UN Ambassador Danny Danon observe at the US military base in Kiryat Gat on November 9, 2025.

Waltz in Israel signals a new order for Gaza as UNRWA wins big General Assembly vote - analysis

US Ambassador Mike Waltz meets with Danny Danon as the American official tours Israel.

Mike Waltz receives warm welcome in Israel as he takes new role as US ambassador to UN

US Ambassador to United Nations Michael Waltz speaks with Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon, at UN headquarters in New York, US, November 17, 2025.

US envoy to UN Mike Waltz to make first visit to Israel in December


American rapper Nicki Minaj to deliver speech at UN as US demands Nigeria protect Christians

The Starships singer was credited by Amb. Mike Waltz to be “the greatest female recording artist” and a “principled individual who refuses to remain silent in the face of injustice.”

Nicki Minaj attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City.

World Bank, in letter to US, backs draft UN resolution on Gaza

The resolution calls on the World Bank and other financial institutions to facilitate and provide resources for the reconstruction of Gaza, estimated to cost around $70 billion.

Britain's Ambassador to the United Nations Barbara Woodward votes on a draft resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza, during a meeting of the UN Security Council at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 18, 2025

US Senate confirms former Trump security adviser Waltz as ambassador to UN

The tally was 47 to 43 in the 100-member chamber, with several senators missing the vote.

 U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz speaks with the media following meetings with a Ukrainian delegation in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, March 11, 2025.

Mike Waltz testifies before Senate, defends use of Signal amid scandal

While being intensely questioned by Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), Waltz allegedly sought to downplay the scandal over leaked military information.

 U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz speaks with the media following meetings with a Ukrainian delegation in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, March 11, 2025.

White House National Security Council slashes staff in dramatic restructuring, sources say

The staffers who are cut from the agency will be moved to other positions in government, two of the sources told Reuters.

 US President Donald Trump gestures, while he boards Air Force One, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, May 16, 2025.

Hacker who breached communications app used by Trump aide stole data across US government

A hacker who breached communications used by ex-Trump adviser Mike Waltz accessed messages from more US officials than reported, raising serious data security concerns in the administration.


Are Iran-Trump nuclear negotiations imploding or adjusting? -analysis

Omani mediators said it was a small technical issue, Iran said new negotiations would soon be announced, and Washington acted as if nothing had been scheduled or canceled without explanation.

 US President Donald Trump seen over an illustrative image of American-Iranian ties (illustrative)

Netanyahu disputes report that fired NSC chief Mike Waltz coordinated extensively with him on Iran

Netanyahu’s office has issued a statement denying that he had closely coordinated with Waltz and congratulating him on his UN ambassadorial nomination.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.S. President Donald Trump, U.S. National Security Adviser Michael Waltz, and U.S. Vice President JD Vance appear during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House on February 4, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

Waltz, Netanyahu held Iran strike discussions behind Trump's back - report

This comes after the former National Security chief added the editor-in-chief of the Atlantic to a group chat that contained military strike plans on Yemen.

 (Illustrative) Former National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, a transparent US President Donald Trump, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a backdrop of an Iranian flag.

Trump's cabinet reshuffle: Good for Israel at UN, not so clear on Hamas, Iran - analysis

Both jobs in the hands of one person are not only unconventional but borderline unworkable. The responsibilities of these two roles often conflict.

 US President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and national security advisor Mike Waltz over a backdrop

White House national security adviser Waltz to leave post, source says

Waltz and his deputy, Alex Wong, are expected to leave their posts on Thursday, CBS News reported. 

 U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz speaks with the media following meetings with a Ukrainian delegation in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, March 11, 2025.