Trump acknowledges growing US public opposition to Israel
Donald Trump says rising US opposition to Israel contributed to Republican defeat in Congress, hinting at possible cuts to annual military aid.
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AIAmerican President Donald Trump described the growing public opposition to Israel in the United States as "surprising," saying it was among the reasons for Republican defeat in congressional elections.
Trump noted that US-Israeli relations have become an electoral issue, explaining that voters did not accept linking the war on Iran to Washington's close ties with Tel Aviv.
Earlier, Vice President of the United States DeVance called for a review of the relationship with Israel, warning that the current Republican approach could harm the party's future electoral prospects.
Trump also hinted at the possibility of halting nearly $4 billion in annual military aid to Israel, amid mounting pressure to reassess bilateral relations.