In a high-stakes political gamble, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is putting his trust in Donald Trump’s return to power, brushing aside U.S. President Joe Biden’s urgent calls for a cease-fire in Gaza. With tensions boiling in the Middle East, Netanyahu’s decision to align with Trump over Biden could have massive repercussions.
Biden, following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, has been pushing Netanyahu to take the opportunity to negotiate peace and release hostages. But Trump, in a recent phone call, dismissed Biden’s diplomatic efforts, urging Netanyahu to go full steam ahead. “Just do what you have to do,” Trump told the Israeli leader, giving him the green light for aggressive military actions against Hamas and Iran.
Netanyahu’s preference for Trump isn’t just about the current crisis. The former U.S. president has long been a political ally, moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem and backing Netanyahu’s tough stance on Iran. But the stakes are incredibly high—if Trump loses the upcoming election, Netanyahu could find himself cornered by an administration far less sympathetic to his military approach.
Is Netanyahu’s bet on Trump a masterstroke of political strategy, or a reckless gamble that could leave Israel diplomatically isolated? With America’s election just weeks away, the answer could reshape the future of the Middle East. Will Netanyahu’s risky choice come back to haunt him? Only time will tell.
