# Netanyahu’s Trump gamble unravels as Israel faces shifting US

> Netanyahu’s Trump alliance crumbles as new US Congress demands tougher stance on Israel.
- Title: Netanyahu’s Trump gamble unravels as Israel faces shifting US
- Summary: Netanyahu’s Trump alliance crumbles as new US Congress demands tougher stance on Israel.
- Keywords: netanyahu, trump, us congress, democrats, gaza war, west bank, israeli prime minister, us military aid, iran, gadi eisenkot, Malay Mail
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/world/2026/11/06/netanyahus-trump-gamble-unravels-as-israel-faces-a-shifting-united-states/242178
- Published: 2026-11-06T21:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: netanyahu, trump, us congress, democrats, gaza war, west bank, israeli prime minister, us military aid, iran, gadi eisenkot, news, world
## 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.
## Key takeaway

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.