The generous offer of advanced American arms, which Trump made to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was undoubtedly an unpleasant shock to Netanyahu.
Although the visit focused on economic matters, it also carried political significance, with important implications for Israel.
Vance's visit comes after Trump's trip to the Gulf states, a tour that did not include a stop in Israel.
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In the battle for the character of Syria and the region as a whole, we must choose a clear side. Not just in words but in action.
Iran was "stone-cold broke, and they weren’t giving money to Hamas,” Trump said, arguing that Oct. 7 stemmed from this shift in US policy.
Trump believes in the politics of the personal. He makes exaggerated statements sometimes, such as plans for Gaza. He also wants to empower local leaders.
Israel helped shape this new Middle East. But now, it’s not even in the room.
This is the fifth time the Yemen-based terror group has fired a missile at Israel within the past week.
Israel must rethink asserting its value to Washington: not through nostalgia or goodwill, but through enhanced defense and intelligence cooperation that benefits the US economy.
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