Navigating Trump's Unpredictable Middle East Policy: Challenges for Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to leverage President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House to gain support against Iran, despite Trump's pledge to end global conflicts. Netanyahu hopes to capitalize on recent Iranian plots against Trump to secure a more aggressive stance towards Tehran, but faces challenges as Trump is unlikely to offer unconditional support. The dynamics are further complicated by Trump's focus on reducing U.S. involvement in the Middle East and skepticism from his administration, including Vice President-elect JD Vance, about engaging in new conflicts.