US, Israel relationship feels Gaza heat, as Trump takes America First agenda global

The White House has grown frustrated with Netanyahu’s refusal to consider a Gaza ceasefire.

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Sources indicate that the US is increasingly prioritizing its own strategic interests in the region.

Tel Aviv, Israel: Despite the apparent bromance between President Donald Trump and Israelie Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, recent weeks have seen noticeable friction between the US and Israeli governments.

Trump’s administration has reportedly grown frustrated with Netanyahu’s refusal to consider a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza and his opposition to US-led negotiations with Iran.

Sources indicate that the US is increasingly prioritizing its own strategic interests in the region, including expanding the Abraham Accords and pursuing normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

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Peace in Gaza?

In a significant diplomatic development, Israel has formally approved the latest US-brokered ceasefire proposal for Gaza. White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Israel signed off on the plan before it was presented to Hamas by Trump and his special envoy, Steve Witkoff. While the US administration remains optimistic, Hamas has not yet agreed to the proposal, with negotiations ongoing.

Hamas has reacted with skepticism to the US proposal, arguing that it does not meet the group's core demands—primarily a full cessation of hostilities, Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza, and unrestricted humanitarian access.

Hamas officials have stated that the current terms would only allow for the "continuation of killing and starvation" in Gaza. While the group is still deliberating, they emphasize that any agreement must address the fundamental needs of the Palestinian people.

Trump's MidEast Eras Tour

Trump’s recent Gulf tour underscored a shift in US diplomatic focus toward wealthy Sunni Arab states, particularly Saudi Arabia. The administration’s willingness to negotiate with Iran and the Houthis, as well as to conclude major arms deals with Gulf nations, has further complicated the US-Israel relationship. While Trump continues to support Israel’s security, including ongoing weapons shipments, his administration is making clear that Israel’s interests are no longer the sole driver of US Middle East policy.