Israel Stays Quiet as Trump Shifts Focus Away From Them
(Source: Reuters)
Israel’s government is keeping silent as U.S. President Donald Trump makes big moves in the Middle East—without them.
What’s Happening?
- Trump’s Snub: The U.S. president visited Gulf countries like Qatar and Saudi Arabia but skipped Israel, a longtime ally. (Reuters)
- New Deals Over Old Friends: Trump focused on business deals with rich Gulf nations, even as Israel worries about Iran and Hamas. (Reuters)
- No More Special Treatment? Israel used to get strong U.S. support, but now Trump seems more interested in trade and ending wars than backing Netanyahu. (Reuters)
Why It Matters
- Israel Feels Left Out: While Trump negotiates with Hamas (Israel’s enemy) and lifts sanctions on Syria (another foe), Israel watches from the sidelines. (Reuters)
- Netanyahu’s Dilemma: The Israeli PM loves Trump but now faces pressure at home as the U.S. pushes for a Gaza ceasefire instead of total war. (Reuters)
- Bigger Changes Coming? Experts say Trump’s “America First” policy means Israel can’t always expect U.S. support like before. (Reuters)
What’s Next?
- Will Israel speak up or stay quiet?
- Can Netanyahu balance hardliners (who want more war) and Trump’s demands (for a deal with Hamas)?
- Will the U.S.-Israel bond weaken, or is this just a temporary shift?
(Source: Reuters – Full details in their original report.)
https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/bypassed-by-trump-israel-dismayed-silent-2025-05-14