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Israel’s Alliance With the United States Has Frayed

There is a glaring disconnect between Israel’s sagging popularity in the United States and President Donald Trump’s regard and respect for Israel. By virtually every yardstick, Trump is the most pro-Israel president in American history. During his first term, he moved the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and recognized Israel’s sovereignty over the […]

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Trump Chooses Diplomacy Over War

Donald Trump is keeping the world guessing concerning his attitude toward direct U.S. military participation in Israel’s current war with Iran. Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, hopes the American president will join Israel in destroying Iran’s nuclear facilities, particularly the heavily fortified site in Fordow. But it looks like Netanyahu will be waiting, perhaps […]