Israel has quietly sought, and perhaps achieved, a large measure of autonomy from its half-century of reliance on the United States.
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Conflict Strengthens Netanyahu, but the Price Is High
The battle with Hamas may benefit Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel politically in the short term, but it leaves his underlying problems unresolved.
Cease-Fire Prompts Israelis’ Disappointment
The shared dissatisfaction throughout the country signaled Israelis’ growing impatience for what they see as hastily arranged, unconditional cease-fires.
Why Biden Used a Light Touch With Netanyahu
Public pressure on Israel could have backfired, or soured a relationship the president needs to cultivate, according to Middle East analysts.
New Political Pressures Push US, Europe to Stop Israel-Gaza Conflict
President Biden faces a leftward shift in his party. In Europe, Muslim migration, terrorism fears and populist politics make diplomacy more urgent than ever.
New Political Pressures Push U.S. and Europe to Stop Israel-Gaza Conflict
President Biden faces a leftward shift in his party. In Europe, Muslim migration, terrorism fears and populist politics make diplomacy more urgent than ever.
Biden Tells Netanyahu He Expects ‘Significant De-Escalation Today’
The president’s call added to a growing chorus of international parties urging the Israeli military and Hamas militants to lay down their weapons.
Publicly Supportive, Biden Is Said to Sharpen His Tone With Netanyahu in Private
Mr. Biden has spoken publicly about how he once sent Mr. Netanyahu a photograph with the inscription, “Bibi, I don’t agree with a damn thing you say, but I love you.”
Publicly Supportive, Biden Is Said to Sharpen His Tone With Netanyahu in Private
Mr. Biden has spoken publicly about how he once sent Mr. Netanyahu a photograph with the inscription, “Bibi, I don’t agree with a damn thing you say, but I love you.”
Biden Voices Support for a Cease-fire in a Call With Israel’s Netanyahu
The president’s statement, following a call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, fell short of an immediate demand for an end to the weeklong violence.