As the U.S. and Israel clash over Gaza’s post-war governance, cracks are showing in their long-touted “unbreakable” alliance. The White House recently condemned Israeli military strikes on a UN facility in Gaza, signaling rare public friction.
Alliance Under Strain
U.S. President Joe Biden warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against repeating America’s post-9/11 “mistakes” – but Tel Aviv continues its Gaza offensive, defying pressure. “Frustrated” U.S. officials now face a dilemma: balancing strategic ties with global criticism of civilian casualties.
The Gaza Governance Question
Netanyahu insists Israel will retain “overall security responsibility” in Gaza indefinitely, rejecting Palestinian sovereignty. Critics argue this undermines peace talks, with EU diplomat Josep Borrell alleging Israel once funded Hamas to weaken Palestinian leadership. “No partner” means no negotiations – a strategy now backfiring after October’s attacks.
Showdown Mode
With Netanyahu vowing “complete victory,” analysts say the U.S.-Israel split reflects deeper tensions: short-term security vs. long-term stability. Can their alliance adapt, or will diverging goals reshape Middle East politics?
