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The U.S.-Israel Relationship Is Broken. Here’s How Eisenkot Could Fix It.
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Gadi Eisenkot, tasked with forming Israel’s new government and potentially replacing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, faces significant uncertainty about his success.
- Should Eisenkot assume power, he will confront the urgent challenge of repairing Israel’s severely damaged relationship with the United States, its closest ally.
- American public opinion has turned increasingly against Israel due to its military actions in Gaza and its role in escalating tensions with Iran, contributing to rising gas prices.
- President Trump has announced plans to cut billions in annual U.S. military aid to Israel, partly blaming Israel for Republican losses in midterm elections, while a Democratic-controlled Congress may impose sanctions on Israeli settlers and restrict arms sales.
- Unlike in the past, Israel can no longer rely on Congressional support to counterbalance the White House, leaving the country with a difficult task of rebuilding ties with no assurance of success.
