Israel's diplomatic and spyware activities spark US and global scrutiny

U.S. support for Israel is reported to be waning, with polls indicating only about a third of Americans favor the partnership and even fewer Democrats express support. Commentators warn that rising anti‑Zionist sentiment and political polarization could threaten the long‑standing U.S.–Israel alliance, though many still view the relationship as resilient.

Investigations reveal that Israel’s surveillance industry, exemplified by NSO Group, is closely linked to the state. In 2013 founder Shalev Hulio traveled on an Israeli diplomatic passport to Panama and signed a contract for the Pegasus spyware, demonstrating how Israeli firms provide surveillance tools to foreign governments and generate diplomatic leverage for Israel worldwide.