Trump’s potential return to office is seen as a significant shift in U.S.-Israel relations

The relationship between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has remained notably close since Trump’s previous presidential term. The Hamas-Israel war has persisted for over a year, and during a mid-July meeting with Netanyahu, Trump said he wanted the war to end before he returned to the White House, according to The Times of Israel. However, the prime minister seeks to maintain control over Gaza in the aftermath of a potential ceasefire.

Despite disagreements between Netanyahu and President Joe Biden over the war, the Israeli prime minister was the first to reach out and congratulate Trump on his win. He emphasized their commitment to maintaining a positive relationship between Israel and the U.S.

“Your historic return to the White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America,“ Netanyahu said in his statement obtained by Newsweek on Wednesday.

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