Donald Trump withdraws support for Benjamin Netanyahu

Tensions are rising within the US-Israeli alliance as President Donald Trump reportedly withdraws his support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s October 2026 general elections. This shift follows a meeting at the White House where Trump allegedly questioned Netanyahu regarding his electoral prospects, to which the Prime Minister reportedly remained silent.

Reports indicate that Trump’s decision is influenced by Israeli pre-poll surveys showing Netanyahu trailing behind major contenders such as Benny Gantz, Yair Lapid, and Naftali Bennett. Trump is reportedly wary of opposing current Israeli public sentiment.

Further complicating the relationship is a dispute over a Gaza peace proposal. Netanyahu has reportedly rejected a White House-backed plan, stating that Israel will stand its ground even against its ‘best friends.’ Both leaders are facing significant domestic pressures: Trump seeks foreign policy achievements ahead of US midterm elections, while Netanyahu faces pressure from far-right coalition members to avoid concessions in Gaza.