Trump Shares Video Criticizing Netanyahu's Policies

President-elect Donald Trump reignited tensions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by sharing a video featuring economist Jeffrey Sachs, who labeled Netanyahu a 'deep, dark son of a bitch' and accused him of manipulating US foreign policy to instigate 'endless wars' in the Middle East. Sachs claimed that Netanyahu has pursued a strategy since 1995 aimed at toppling regimes that support Hamas and Hezbollah, implicating the Israeli leader in the motivations behind the 2003 Iraq invasion. This video was posted just weeks after Netanyahu described a prior conversation with Trump as 'very friendly' and discussed critical issues like hostage negotiations. The timing of Trump's repost raises questions amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts to negotiate a ceasefire in the region. Trump's cabinet picks, known for their hardline stances, further complicate the landscape as they may oppose peace initiatives in Gaza. The motives behind Trump's decision to amplify Sachs's criticism remain unclear, but it reflects a potential shift in his approach towards Israel.