In a political landscape filled with uncertainty, one thing is clear: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains a steadfast ally of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Following Trump's recent public claims about a private conversation between the two leaders, in which Trump alleged that Netanyahu told him he wasn’t listening to the Biden administration, Netanyahu's office has issued a carefully worded statement.
According to the statement, "In his conversation with former US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Netanyahu reiterated what he has also said publicly: Israel takes into account the issues the US administration raises, but in the end, will make its decisions based on its national interests." The message is clear: while Israel will remain diplomatically cordial with the Biden administration, its true loyalty lies in protecting its own people and sovereignty. And it is no secret that Netanyahu, often called "Bibi" by his supporters, has found a much closer ideological partner in Trump.
Netanyahu and Trump’s alliance dates back to the former president's time in office, during which the U.S.-Israel relationship reached unprecedented heights. Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, moving the U.S. Embassy there, and recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, solidified his standing as one of the most pro-Israel U.S. presidents in history.
For Netanyahu, Trump was a president who understood Israel’s security concerns without the burden of political correctness. Unlike his Democratic predecessors, Trump did not lecture Israel on how to handle its conflicts but instead allowed Netanyahu to defend his nation from external threats, particularly from Iran and Palestinian terrorist organizations. This approach empowered Netanyahu and reinforced Israel’s right to self-determination in ways previous administrations, including Biden's, have failed to do.3
The Biden administration has taken a notably different tone with Israel. With Democrats like Vice President Kamala Harris—whose political leanings often cater to the progressive wing that is critical of Israeli policies—Netanyahu finds himself navigating more challenging diplomatic waters. Harris, as a Black, Asian-American leader, represents a demographic that emphasizes identity politics, often driving a wedge between traditional American values and global alliances that have been core to U.S. foreign policy.
Israel’s national security cannot afford to be compromised by the kind of appeasement and soft diplomacy the Biden-Harris administration promotes. Netanyahu understands that while acknowledging the importance of maintaining good relations with the U.S., Israel’s survival and success cannot hinge on waiting for approval from a leadership that appears more interested in appeasing radical leftist factions than supporting a democratic ally in the Middle East.
The tension between Israel and the current U.S. administration is a reflection of deeper geopolitical realities. Israel has always prioritized its national security above all else, and under Trump’s leadership, it was clear that America would support that priority. Netanyahu’s recent statement signals that he will continue to steer Israel in a direction that ensures its survival, whether or not Biden or Kamala Harris approves.
The allegations that Netanyahu is attempting to influence U.S. elections in favor of Trump are hardly surprising. It is no secret that Trump’s return to the Oval Office would restore the balance of power between the U.S. and Israel, a balance that is desperately needed in a world where Iran grows bolder by the day and radical elements threaten the peace and stability of the region.
As Israel navigates these turbulent times, Netanyahu’s alignment with Trump is not only strategic but essential. It’s a message to the world—and to America—that Israel will stand with leaders who recognize its value as a nation and defend its right to exist without compromise.
In the end, whether or not Biden listens to Netanyahu is irrelevant. What matters is that Israel continues to defend its national interests, and in Trump, Netanyahu has found a partner who not only listens but also acts in Israel’s favor. With the 2024 U.S. elections on the horizon, Americans who support a strong Israel should take note: Donald Trump is the president who will ensure that America's greatest ally in the Middle East remains safe and strong.
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