Israel US Relations Fracture Over Gaza Yemen Ceasefire Plans

Tensions are escalating between Israel and the United States under President Donald Trump's administration, as Israel perceives itself increasingly marginalized in U.S. Middle East policy. Trump has shifted diplomatic efforts, notably engaging directly with Hamas and ending the bombing campaign in Yemen, moves that have stirred apprehension within Israel about its strategic security and status as a U.S. priority. Reports indicate the U.S. is pushing Israel to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza, which includes provisions for Hamas's involvement in governance, causing concern among Israeli officials over potential weakening of their security and validation of Hamas's power. Trump’s upcoming Middle East trip is expected to exclude Israel, focusing instead on Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, further signaling a distancing between Washington and Jerusalem. Israeli political figures express unease over the administration's diplomatic approach, while U.S. envoys continue to promote the Abraham Accords and pursue separate regional security deals. The growing disconnect is compounded by disagreements on Iran policy and the handling of military and diplomatic initiatives, reflecting a complex recalibration of U.S.-Israeli relations with significant regional implications.