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Netanyahu’s Trump gamble unravels as Israel faces shifting US
Netanyahu’s Trump alliance crumbles as new US Congress demands tougher stance on Israel.
In brief
Netanyahu’s Trump alliance crumbles as new US Congress demands tougher stance on Israel. Netanyahu’s reliance on Trump’s support for Israel collapses after US election shifts to Democrats who want stricter policies on Gaza and the West Bank. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Netanyahu’s Trump alliance
Netanyahu’s campaign posters with Trump and warjets still up on buses.
US election shift
Americans rejected Trump, choosing a Congress led by Democrats who want tougher policies on Israel.
Trump’s aid decision
Trump agreed to end US$3.8 billion annual military aid to Israel by year-end.
Netanyahu’s isolation
Netanyahu admitted Israel’s growing isolation despite Trump’s endorsement.
Cryptocurrency plan
Netanyahu suggested Israel use cryptocurrencies to bypass international sanctions.
Eisenkot’s vision
Eisenkot aims to repair US-Israel relations through liberal values and cooperation.
Criticism of Netanyahu
Experts say Netanyahu’s bet on Trump expired with new US Congress.
Military aid impact
Israel may need cheaper artillery or non-sophisticated bombs without US aid.
Eisenkot’s challenge
Eisenkot must balance public support for cracking down on settlers with new US policies.
US-Israel tensions
Israel faces growing criticism over Gaza and West Bank policies from new US Congress.
The key point
Netanyahu’s reliance on Trump’s support for Israel collapses after US election shifts to Democrats who want stricter policies on Gaza and the West Bank.
