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world16 days ago•3 min saved

US pressures Netanyahu to condemn West Bank settler violence amid Qusra siege

The White House is urging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to publicly condemn a wave of West Bank settler violence after criticism from US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee; the pressure grows as Israeli forces block access to Palestinian families in Qusra, where settlers have surrounded homes and cut water and electricity, trapping about 15 Palestinians, including two children. The push comes as settlement expansion continues and Netanyahu weighs political costs ahead of elections, amid debates over whether civilian law enforcement should shift from the military to police under Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

via Al Jazeera|

#netanyahu #qusra #settler-violence

world20 days ago•4 min saved

Netanyahu Balances US Gaza Plan Against Domestic Pressures Ahead of Elections

Netanyahu publicly rejected a US-backed 15-point plan for Gaza, signaling a political balancing act between pressure from his far-right coalition and Washington’s push to end Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran operations ahead of Israel’s looming election; reports say he had been discussing withdrawal pilots with the military prior to the rejection, a move that risks straining US-Israel ties even as Washington treats it as electioneering.

via The Guardian|

#gaza #hamas #israeli-election

world23 days ago•5 min saved

Netanyahu Eyes Possible Solo Action Against Iran Ahead of Israel’s Election

With an election looming, Netanyahu hinted at unilateral moves to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions as Washington and Tehran near an interim deal on the Strait of Hormuz; analysts say the war hasn’t achieved its aims and Netanyahu’s brinkmanship may be election-driven, while some officials warn unilateral Israeli action would be inconceivable while the US seeks a negotiated end to the conflict.

via Al Jazeera|

#iran #israel #nuclear-weapons

middle-east29 days ago•26 min saved

Underground Iran Site Reveals Trump-Netanyahu Rift on Iran Strategy

Netanyahu brought new intelligence about Iran’s underground site Pickaxe Mountain to Washington, but Trump downplayed it and suggested keeping details private, leaving no public decision on how to respond. Experts say the real split is Trump’s preference for diplomacy versus Netanyahu’s sense that more military action may be needed. The meeting produced little public alignment, while U.S. strikes on Iran and broader regional tensions continued, with ongoing debates over Lebanon/Hezbollah and potential Saudi-Israeli normalization.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#benjamin-netanyahu #donald-trump #iran

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Netanyahu Treads Lightly as Washington Grows Warier of Israel on Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is refraining from urging a specific Iran policy and instead offering detailed options as he meets with Trump, signaling cautious diplomacy to avoid pressuring the U.S. into a broader war. The discussion weighs three paths—reach a nuclear deal, pursue sanctions and a blockade, or escalate military action—while Netanyahu seeks to influence without driving escalation amid waning American support and frictions with the White House.

via Politico|

#iran-conflict #netanyahu #trump-administration

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Netanyahu presses Iran strategy in pivotal White House talk with Trump

Netanyahu told Trump he is skeptical about striking a nuclear deal with Iran and urged continuing economic pressure, including a continued naval blockade. They discussed three paths Trump is weighing: reach a deal with Iran, maintain pressure with intensified sanctions, or resume military strikes. The talks also touched on the U.S.–Saudi nuclear issue and a long-term plan to reduce U.S. military aid to Israel, with Netanyahu proposing a ten-year timeline and new funding mechanisms for missile defense and weapons development, against Iran’s economic strain and leadership dynamics.

via Axios|

#iran #military-aid #netanyahu

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Dimming Influence: Netanyahu Faces a Shifting Trump Dynamic in White House Visit

Netanyahu travels to the White House for his eighth meeting with Trump, but his influence has waned as U.S.-Israel policy on Iran diverges; Trump paused strikes and has shown reluctance to fully coordinate, while Netanyahu seeks Trump’s endorsement ahead of an upcoming election. The talks are planned to be private, leaving open the possibility of a photo op or a candid airing of disagreements about the war and Iran strategy.

via Axios|

#iran #israel #netanyahu

world1 month ago•7 min saved

Netanyahu's White House meeting: high-stakes diplomacy under strain

Netanyahu is finally meeting Trump at the White House amid a strained U.S.-Israel relationship, seeking guidance on Iran escalation and the Saudi nuclear deal. The invitation was delayed, and with Netanyahu facing an October election, the visit could come with political risk if U.S. pressure or policy shifts clash with Israeli aims.

via Politico|

#iran #netanyahu #trump

world1 month ago•9 min saved

Israel races to mend U.S. support as elections approach

Israel and its backers are scrambling to shore up bipartisan U.S. support amid rising criticism and looming elections in both countries, deploying outreach to lawmakers, targeted campaign spending, and high-level visits, while polls show waning support across parties and observers warn that only substantive policy changes—especially on the West Bank and Gaza—could repair the relationship.

via Politico|

#elections #foreign-policy #israel

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Ro Khanna Detained by Settlers Triggers U.S.–Israel Tensions

US Representative Ro Khanna says he was detained for over an hour by armed Israeli settlers in a West Bank village; Israeli officials and allies criticized him, with the ambassador accusing Khanna of coordinating his trip with Palestinian groups. Khanna and his supporters push back, calling for accountability for settlers and disputing the military’s version of events. The episode amplifies ongoing debates over the occupation, settler violence, and the US–Israel relationship amid broader international scrutiny of Israel’s policies.

via Al Jazeera|

#israel-palestine #rokhanna #settlers

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Khanna Alleges Detention by Armed Settlers on West Bank Visit

U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna said he and a small group were detained for more than an hour by Israeli settlers wielding American-made M4 rifles during a West Bank tour near Turmus Ayya; Israeli police and IDF intervened after the road was blocked, with authorities warning the tour leader but not alleging violence. Khanna framed the incident as illustrating the human toll of the occupation and signaled he is considering a 2028 presidential bid, as Democrats reassess U.S. policy and aid to Israel amid ongoing tensions over Palestinian rights.

via NBC News|

#israeli-settlers #m4-rifles #ro-khanna

world2 months ago•11 min saved

Israel’s Alliance Under Pressure: A Realignment Beyond JD Vance

Analysts say the strain on U.S.-Israel ties goes beyond JD Vance: Washington’s America First posture and shifting Republican views are redefining Israel’s status as a top ally, with fewer White House engagements and a more nuanced regional calculus that could complicate Tehran diplomacy and Israel’s security bets.

via Politico|

#america-first #iran #israel

politics2 months ago•8 min saved

New York Primaries Signal Waning U.S. Backing for Israel

New York’s Democratic primaries highlighted a widening shift in U.S. attitudes toward Israel, with candidates who criticize Israel winning in several races and supporters chanting Free, free Palestine at victory events. Polls show backlash against Israel is growing across parties, especially among younger voters, signaling possible changes to U.S.-Israel policy even as traditional defense ties remain strong.

via The New York Times|

#democrats-republicans #elections #israel-palestine

politics2 months ago•17 min saved

Poll: Most voters view Iran clash as a misstep, and Israel support hits a new high

A Quinnipiac national poll finds 60% of voters believe the U.S. military action against Iran was not worth it, with Democrats and independents largely opposed and Republicans more divided; 48% say the U.S. is too supportive of Israel—the highest share on record. The survey also shows skepticism about Trump’s Iran deal, concerns about the U.S. position in the world, and broad issues shaping the upcoming House elections, including costs of living, health care, and ethics in government.

via Quinnipiac University Poll|

#foreign-policy #iran #politics

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Israel Walks a Fine Line as US-Iran Deal Reshapes the Region

Israel is navigating a precarious balance after a U.S.–brokered Iran deal, angry over what many see as compromised goals, while it continues attacks on Lebanon that killed civilians and drew Hezbollah retaliation; Netanyahu must appease hard-liners at home and a wary Washington, with polls showing disappointment in the outcome and the risk of a rift if the U.S. pressure intensifies ahead of elections.

via Al Jazeera|

#hezbollah #iran #israel