During the recent presidential debate, Donald Trump claimed that the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict would not have occurred under his presidency, asserting that Kamala Harris's policies could lead to Israel's destruction. Trump accused Harris of hating Israel, citing her absence during Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's congressional address due to attending a sorority event. In contrast, Harris emphasized Israel's right to self-defense while also calling for a two-state solution and a ceasefire to end the violence. She rejected Trump's allegations, stating her lifelong support for Israel and highlighting the need for security for both Israelis and Palestinians. Trump also mentioned plans to address antisemitism in U.S. universities and vowed to prevent refugee resettlements from “terror-infested” areas. The debate reflected the starkly different approaches each candidate would take regarding U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.