President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Washington: Trump’s return to America has left everyone in a dilemma regarding the assessment of Trump’s possible policy on the conflicts raging in the world. After assuming the office of President in January, what will be the decision of Donald Trump on the Middle East which is burning in the fire of conflict, will he insist on ending the Israel-Gaza conflict and Israel-Hezbollah war or will he insist on America’s aggressive action regarding Israel-Iran conflict. Will this stance further ignite the spark of conflict in the Middle East?… Even experts are still avoiding making any accurate assessment on this.
People are also wondering whether Trump’s return will force Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza or will the American adopt a new policy? Right now everything is in the future. However, it is also being speculated that the anti-war stance of this former ally may force the Israeli Prime Minister to stop military operations in Gaza even before the start of the new US presidency.
Why did Netanyahu remove his Defense Minister on the day of elections in America?
Let us tell you that on November 5, when American voters were lining up to cast important votes to elect their next President, on the same day, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was announcing the dismissal of his country’s Defense Minister Yoav Galant. That day, Netanyahu said he had taken the decision due to a “crisis of confidence”. After this, Foreign Minister Israel Katz was given the new responsibility of Defense Minister in his place. People are also asking, what message was the removal of Yoav Gallant meant to send on the day of the US elections? However, no one has been able to make an accurate estimate of this question yet.
How did Netanyahu react?
There was celebration throughout Israel only after Trump’s victory. Netanyahu also congratulated Trump on his historic victory. Also expressed the strong relations between America and Israel. But when asked about Gaza, Netanyahu gave a sharp response, saying that there will be no discussion on who will rule Gaza until the complete destruction of Hamas, adding that he is “ready to replace Hamas with Fatahistan.” Are not”.
There were differences between Modi and Biden on many occasions
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has also had differences with his main patron America and Joe Biden. Despite several “Biden plans” including an offer of ceasefire deals in Gaza presented in May, Netanyahu has been reluctant to make any proposals. He has publicly stated that the IDF will continue to operate and live in Gaza until the war objectives are achieved. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who has visited the region 11 times since the war began, was also unable to convince Israel to end the war. Even after the assassination of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, the architect of the attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, on October 16 this year, Netanyahu is not ready to bow down.
Despite Blinken urging Netanyahu during their meeting on October 23 that Israel should use its strategic victories against Hamas and Hezbollah in recent days to achieve a “lasting strategic success” in Gaza, he added: Take the hostages home and end the war with an understanding of what happens next.” But Netanyahu has not yet accepted even this.
Dissatisfaction against Israel in many countries of the world including Europe
Here in Europe and many other countries around the world, dissatisfaction against Israel is increasing. Especially regarding indiscriminate killings of civilians. There have been more than 43,000 deaths in Palestine so far, most of which are children and women. Israel’s refusal to allow vital humanitarian aid into Gaza and its decision to impose sanctions on UNRWA, the main UN agency tasked with distributing aid in Gaza, have also been sharply criticized.
According to media reports, Trump wants Netanyahu to end the war
With Trump again becoming the US President, Israel is expected to continue supporting Trump like he did in his first term. But Trump is opposed to wars. Media reports also indicate that Trump has already told Netanyahu to clean up the mess and end the war before he takes over the presidency. In such a situation, Netanyahu is in trouble both in his own country and abroad. The firing of the defense minister has fueled protests and anger within Israel over his handling of the war, particularly his inability to return hostages home. After the missile attacks on Iran, they had a big opportunity to declare victory and end the war. But their refusal to do so and their insistence on pursuing their “unrealistic” war objectives has placed them in a situation where the option of an “honorable exit” is becoming more distant with each passing day. Meanwhile, Iran has announced that it is going to respond to the Israeli attack of 26 October. This is a step which can further increase the tension.
Israel’s support in the Israel-Hamas war
However, Netanyahu only takes hope from the fact that during his campaign, Trump had strongly condemned Hamas for the attack on Israel in October 2023, in which more than 1100 Israelis were killed. He has consistently supported the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and urged him to achieve a decisive victory over Hamas. Trump had expressed full support for Israel’s approach, in contrast to his Democratic rival Kamala Harris, who has expressed concern over the war’s impact on Palestinian civilians. In which Israel’s right to pursue its goals without any restrictions is emphasized. His stance suggests that Trump’s presidency may encourage Israel to intensify its military actions in Gaza.
experts estimate
Many other experts, including Brian Katulis of the Middle East Institute, have warned that Trump’s return could encourage Israel to proceed aggressively without international scrutiny. Trump’s approach contrasts with that of the Biden administration, which has at times slowed arms deliveries to Israel in response to civilian casualties. His past decisions, such as moving the US Embassy to Jerusalem and supporting Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, indicate his alliance with Israel. It also indicates that under Trump, America may take a more steadfast position in its support. Well, what Trump will do is still hidden in the future.
