Netanyahu Seeks Trump's Support for His Actions in the Middle East

The relations between Israel and the United States have been a fundamental pillar in the foreign policy of both countries since the founding of the State of Israel in 1948. Over the decades, the United States has provided military, economic, and diplomatic support to Israel, establishing itself as its most important ally. This support has been evident across different U.S. administrations, regardless of the political parties in power. The administration of Donald Trump, in particular, was notable for its favorable stance towards the policies of Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Trump recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel in 2017, a move that broke with international consensus and was very well received by the Israeli government. Furthermore, his administration presented a Middle East peace plan, known as the "Deal of the Century," which largely favored Israeli positions on contentious issues such as settlements in the West Bank and the status of Jerusalem. In terms of security,...