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Former US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama addressed the audience on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC), as they praised Kamala Harris and backed her in the November presidential elections. Watch in for more details!

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On Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, former US President&nbsp;Barack Obama took the stage to support party nominee Kamala Harris.&nbsp;

Barack Obama maintained the momentum as he began his speech with a remark saying, “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling fired up!”

“Even if I’m the only person stupid enough to speak after Michelle Obama,” the ex-president said while addressing the DNC on the second day of the event.

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"My first major decision as a nominee turned out to be one of my best, choosing Joe Biden to serve as my vice president," Obama said.&nbsp;

“US will remember him as an outstanding president who defended democracy at a moment of great danger,” he said of Joe Biden, noting that in addition to calling him president, he was “even prouder to call him my friend.”

<h2>America is ready for a new chapter</h2>

“America’s ready for a better story. We are ready for a President Kamala Harris," said Obama while endorsing her at the DNC.

“Kamala Harris is ready for the job. This is someone who has dedicated her life to advocating for those who need a voice and a champion. As Michelle mentioned, Kamala wasn’t born into privilege," Obama added.

“She had to work for what she’s got, and she actually cares about what other people are going through. She’s not the neighbour running the leaf blower – she’s the neighbour rushing over to help when you need a hand,” further said the former president.

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Obama also offered his assessment of Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor who is running alongside Kamala Harris.

“I really admire Tim. He’s exactly the kind of person who belongs in politics—someone who grew up in a small town, served his country, taught kids, coached football, and looked after his neighbors,” Obama said.

<h2>Obama criticises Trump for his 'strange obsession with crowd sizes'</h2>

After praising his friend Biden, Barack Obama turned to Donald Trump.

"Here’s a 78-year-old billionaire who has been incessantly complaining about his problems since he descended his golden escalator nine years ago. It’s been a continuous stream of grievances that has only worsened as he fears losing to Kamala," the former president said.

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“The childish nicknames and crazy conspiracy theories and weird obsession with crowd size,” he continued, referring to something that even some Republicans think Trump should not be bothering with.

<h2>Trump’s surprising praise for Obama</h2>

Donald Trump on Monday made a surprising admission, saying that he likes and ‘respects’ former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama.

Before the Obama couple's speeches at the DNC on Tuesday, Trump referred to Barack Obama as a “nice gentleman” during an interview with CNN.&nbsp;

“I think he's a nice gentleman, but he was very weak on trade. If you take a look at what happened to our country trade-wise, it was a disaster,” Trump said.

“I happen to like him. I respect him and I respect his wife,” he added.

DNC festivities kicked off for a second day on Tuesday at Chicago's United Center but were marred by long delays to get into the security perimeter, leaving seats empty when it was time for a roll call of states' delegates.

(With inputs from agencies)

On Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, former US President Barack Obama took the stage to support party nominee Kamala Harris. Barack Obama maintained the momentum as he began his speech with a remark saying, “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling fired up!

On Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, former US President Barack Obama took the stage to support party nominee Kamala Harris. Barack Obama maintained the momentum as he began his speech with a remark saying, “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling fired up!” “Even if I’m the only person stupid enough to speak after Michelle Obama,” the ex-president said while addressing the DNC on the second day of the event. Also read: US’ secret nuclear strategy is not aimed at any specific country or threat "My first major decision as a nominee turned out to be one of my best, choosing Joe Biden to serve as my vice president," Obama said. “US will remember him as an outstanding president who defended democracy at a moment of great danger,” he said of Joe Biden, noting that in addition to calling him president, he was “even prouder to call him my friend.” America is ready for a new chapter “America’s ready for a better story. We are ready for a President Kamala Harris," said Obama while endorsing her at the DNC. “Kamala Harris is ready for the job. This is someone who has dedicated her life to advocating for those who need a voice and a champion. As Michelle mentioned, Kamala wasn’t born into privilege," Obama added. “She had to work for what she’s got, and she actually cares about what other people are going through. She’s not the neighbour running the leaf blower – she’s the neighbour rushing over to help when you need a hand,” further said the former president. Also read: Democrats say 'hi' to Harris, 'bye' to Biden at Democratic National Convention Obama also offered his assessment of Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor who is running alongside Kamala Harris. “I really admire Tim. He’s exactly the kind of person who belongs in politics—someone who grew up in a small town, served his country, taught kids, coached football, and looked after his neighbors,” Obama said. Obama criticises Trump for his 'strange obsession with crowd sizes' After praising his friend Biden, Barack Obama turned to Donald Trump. "Here’s a 78-year-old billionaire who has been incessantly complaining about his problems since he descended his golden escalator nine years ago. It’s been a continuous stream of grievances that has only worsened as he fears losing to Kamala," the former president said. WATCH | DNC 2024: Barack Obama speaks in support of Vice President Kamala Harris × “The childish nicknames and crazy conspiracy theories and weird obsession with crowd size,” he continued, referring to something that even some Republicans think Trump should not be bothering with. Trump’s surprising praise for Obama Donald Trump on Monday made a surprising admission, saying that he likes and ‘respects’ former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama. Before the Obama couple's speeches at the DNC on Tuesday, Trump referred to Barack Obama as a “nice gentleman” during an interview with CNN. “I think he's a nice gentleman, but he was very weak on trade. If you take a look at what happened to our country trade-wise, it was a disaster,” Trump said. “I happen to like him. I respect him and I respect his wife,” he added. DNC festivities kicked off for a second day on Tuesday at Chicago's United Center but were marred by long delays to get into the security perimeter, leaving seats empty when it was time for a roll call of states' delegates. (With inputs from agencies)

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Republican presidential candidate Donald&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;spoke on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Aug 14) and discussed the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, Axios reported, citing two US&nbsp;sources.

One source told Axios that Trump's call was intended to encourage Netanyahu to take the deal, but stressed he did not know if this was indeed what the former president told Netanyahu. The&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Late last month, Netanyahu visited the US&nbsp;and met President Joe Biden, Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and Republican former President&nbsp;Trump.

Egypt, the United States and Qatar have scheduled a new round of Gaza ceasefire negotiations for Thursday.

Biden laid out a three-phase ceasefire proposal in an address on May 31. Washington and regional mediators have since tried arranging the Gaza ceasefire-for-hostages deal but have run into repeated obstacles.

Hamas said on Wednesday it would not take part in a new round of Gaza ceasefire talks slated for Thursday in Qatar, but an official briefed on the talks said mediators expected to consult with the Palestinian Islamist group afterwards.

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Washington, Israel's most important ally, has said that a ceasefire in Gaza will reduce the rising threat of a wider war in the Middle East.

There has been an increased risk of a broader war after the recent killings of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran and Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut. Both drew threats of retaliation against Israel.

The latest bloodshed in the decades-old Israeli-Palestinian conflict was triggered on Oct. 7 when Hamas attacked Israel, killing 1,200 and taking about 250 hostages, according to Israeli tallies.

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Israel's subsequent assault on the Hamas-governed enclave has since killed nearly 40,000 Palestinians, according to the local health ministry, while also displacing nearly the entire population of 2.3 million, causing a hunger crisis and leading to genocide allegations at the World Court that Israel denies.

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Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump spoke on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Aug 14) and discussed the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, Axios reported, citing two US sources.

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump spoke on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Aug 14) and discussed the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, Axios reported, citing two US sources. One source told Axios that Trump's call was intended to encourage Netanyahu to take the deal, but stressed he did not know if this was indeed what the former president told Netanyahu. The Trump campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Late last month, Netanyahu visited the US and met President Joe Biden, Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and Republican former President Trump. Egypt, the United States and Qatar have scheduled a new round of Gaza ceasefire negotiations for Thursday. Biden laid out a three-phase ceasefire proposal in an address on May 31. Washington and regional mediators have since tried arranging the Gaza ceasefire-for-hostages deal but have run into repeated obstacles. Hamas said on Wednesday it would not take part in a new round of Gaza ceasefire talks slated for Thursday in Qatar, but an official briefed on the talks said mediators expected to consult with the Palestinian Islamist group afterwards. Also read | Iran may not attack Israel for revenge. US President Joe Biden reveals a way out Washington, Israel's most important ally, has said that a ceasefire in Gaza will reduce the rising threat of a wider war in the Middle East. There has been an increased risk of a broader war after the recent killings of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran and Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut. Both drew threats of retaliation against Israel. The latest bloodshed in the decades-old Israeli-Palestinian conflict was triggered on Oct. 7 when Hamas attacked Israel, killing 1,200 and taking about 250 hostages, according to Israeli tallies. Watch | West Asia Tensions: Israel, US expect Iranian attack within days | WION Speed News Israel's subsequent assault on the Hamas-governed enclave has since killed nearly 40,000 Palestinians, according to the local health ministry, while also displacing nearly the entire population of 2.3 million, causing a hunger crisis and leading to genocide allegations at the World Court that Israel denies. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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