Israeli Leaders Anticipate U.S. Policy Shifts

Following Donald Trump's recent victory in the U.S. presidential election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to fire Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is under scrutiny, as it may have been a risky gamble with potential diplomatic repercussions in the short term while dealing with the outgoing Biden administration. Hamas has expressed that its future stance will depend on Trump's policies regarding Palestinians, urging him to avoid the mistakes made by Biden. Netanyahu appears optimistic about working with Trump, believing the former president's administration will be more favorable than Biden's, which he claims sought to undermine him. Meanwhile, the geopolitical landscape remains tense as both Israeli and Palestinian voters express disappointment with Biden's administration, reflecting a broader dissatisfaction with U.S. support for Israel amid ongoing conflicts. Analysts note that regardless of party, U.S. policies continue to favor Israel, complicating the situation in the Middle East. The coming months will be critical as Netanyahu navigates U.S.-Israel relations before Trump's inauguration while dealing with potential actions from Biden's administration.