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Unified at War, Divided at Home: The U.S.-Israel Campaign to Remake the Middle East
world2 days ago

Unified at War, Divided at Home: The U.S.-Israel Campaign to Remake the Middle East

The piece argues that the U.S. and Israel have mounted the first truly joint operation against Iran, signaling a historic shift in alliance practice with fused intelligence and shared risk, but rising domestic political divisions in both countries threaten long-term support and future coordination; while militarily advancing goals like crippling Iran’s missiles and leadership, the outcome now hinges on leadership and public opinion, as regional stability remains uncertain after the campaign ends.

Democratic Party Faces Deepening Divide Over Israel
politics2 years ago

Democratic Party Faces Deepening Divide Over Israel

There is a growing divide among Democrats, particularly among young progressives, regarding the U.S.-Israel alliance. While historically Democrats have maintained a strong bond with Israel, recent polls show that Democrats sympathize more with Palestinians than Israelis. Factors contributing to this divide include the behavior of Israeli leaders, a generational shift in attitudes, and a perceived lack of countervailing forces to pro-Israel groups. Some progressive Democrats have criticized Israel's actions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while others argue for better education on the issue. The divide within the Democratic Party is expected to continue, with young progressives questioning the effectiveness of the U.S.-Israel alliance.

Senate Confirms Jack Lew as US Ambassador to Israel Despite GOP Opposition
politics2 years ago

Senate Confirms Jack Lew as US Ambassador to Israel Despite GOP Opposition

The Senate has confirmed former Treasury Secretary Jack Lew as President Joe Biden's ambassador to Israel, with a final vote of 53 to 43. Only two Republican senators voted with all Democrats to confirm Lew. The confirmation comes at a critical time for the U.S.-Israel alliance, as Israel faces ongoing conflict with Hamas. Lew has pledged to prioritize Israel's security and work towards ending the attacks by Hamas. The United States has been without a Senate-confirmed ambassador to Israel since July.