"Divisions Emerge Among US Republican Candidates on Israel Support"
Ahead of the first Republican debate in the 2024 US presidential race, former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley criticized fellow Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for suggesting a cut in US military assistance to Israel. Haley emphasized the importance of the US-Israel bond, stating that support for Israel is morally right and strategically smart. Ramaswamy, a billionaire entrepreneur, argued for prioritizing US interests and pushing for more Arab and Muslim countries to recognize Israel, potentially reducing the need for aid. His comments put him at odds with most Republicans, who generally support aid to Israel.