The traditionally strong US-Israel alliance is showing signs of strain as conflicting interests over the Gaza conflict emerge.
The White House has issued a rare outright condemnation of the Israeli government's military operations in the Middle East, marking a significant departure from their usual unwavering support.
\"We deplore today's attack on the UN's Khan Younis training center,\" stated U.S. State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel, highlighting the administration's frustration with Israel's ongoing assaults in Gaza.
President Joe Biden has cautioned Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to \"repeat mistakes\" similar to those made by Washington after the 9/11 attacks, signaling a more critical stance.
Despite being labeled a \"loyal\" US ally, Tel Aviv is intensifying its military operations in Gaza, leading to a mounting death toll and raising concerns about the future of the alliance.
The divergence in responses to the critical question of \"Who will rule Gaza\" lies at the heart of the fraying US-Israel relationship.
Netanyahu has consistently refused Palestinian sovereignty in post-war Gaza, insisting that Israel maintain \"overall security responsibility\" indefinitely.
Measures to disengage from peace talks, including alleged funding of Hamas, as claimed by EU diplomat Josep Borrell, illustrate Tel Aviv's reluctance to negotiate a two-state solution.
Recent events, including the October 7 attacks, suggest that Netanyahu may be pursuing a final showdown with Palestine, aiming for a \"complete victory.\"
As the US-Israel alliance navigates these conflicting interests, the future of their once robust partnership hangs in the balance.
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Clashing interests determine fragility of U.S.-Israel alliance
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