The US President, Donald Trump, made headlines globally for his efforts to promote peace in Gaza, with one particular magazine cover drawing his strong disapproval.
During his visit to Israel to facilitate the release of hostages and prisoners following the recent ceasefire agreement, Trump, alongside leaders from 20 countries, signed a declaration in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
Time magazine published an issue titled ‘His Triumph,’ praising his administration’s extensive efforts to achieve peace. Despite the positive coverage, the President expressed strong objection to the photo chosen for the cover.
The cover image depicted Trump gazing into the distance with a serious expression, dressed in a navy suit, white shirt, and red tie, which he found unsatisfactory.
On Truth Social, Trump criticized the photo, stating, “Time Magazine wrote a fairly positive story about me, but the image is possibly the worst ever. They airbrushed my hair and added what appears to be a tiny floating crown above my head.”
Describing the cover as “very odd,” he questioned the angle of the photo and demanded an explanation for the choice made by the magazine.
The article itself highlighted the potential historical significance of the peace deal, stating it could be a defining achievement of Trump’s second term and a crucial turning point for the Middle East. It emphasized the meticulous efforts made by his administration to secure the ceasefire and stabilize the region.
Trump, a long-time admirer of Time magazine, has graced its cover on multiple occasions, having been named Person of the Year twice.
In a previous interview, he expressed his honor at being featured on the magazine’s cover, emphasizing its significance to him due to his admiration for the publication.
However, Trump had once voiced disappointment at not being chosen for the title when he was running for office, expressing frustration over the selection of German Chancellor Angela Merkel instead.
“I predicted that TIME Magazine would not select me as Person of the Year despite being the frontrunner,” he complained at the time. “They chose someone who is detrimental to Germany.”
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