Behind the Headlines: Is Trump Netanyahu’s Real Enemy?

Recent tensions between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have fueled speculation about a growing divide in U.S.-Israel relations. However, a closer examination suggests that these disagreements are shaped more by domestic political calculations, electoral considerations, and regional dynamics than by any fundamental strategic rupture.

Why Does Media See a Rift?

President Donald Trump is trying to appear independent of any foreign influence. But we all know it’s Tel Aviv where American foreign policy is being formulated. To disown this claim, the Trump administration has long been trying to portray itself as a senior partner of Israel, not its subordinate. Moreover, it’s the American public whose changing narrative is forcing Trump to do so. There has been an increase in the public criticism over the unconditional support for Israel. A simple question they ask is, “To make America great again, if European or other allies are not getting American money, then why is Israel receiving it?” Thus, to preserve his America First image, President Trump often does such conflictual things, and the media portrays it as real.

In addition, Netanyahu is also facing serious domestic constraints, especially from the right-wing opposition. Netanyahu’s government has remained in power owing to the backing that he receives from various nationalistic........

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