Political analysts and Middle East experts suggest that the US regime is displaying an unusual level of public ambivalence toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the country approaches a high-stakes electoral showdown. Despite a long history of unconditional support and right-wing policy alignment during Donald Trump's presidential terms, Washington's approach to the upcoming vote appears notably subdued.

Observers point out that Trump has repeatedly dodged direct endorsements of Netanyahu in recent media appearances, while simultaneously offering non-committal remarks regarding opposition figures like Gadi Eisenkot. This perceived lukewarm attitude is allegedly fueled by internal divisions within the US administration, with figures reportedly expressing frustration over Netanyahu’s aggressive push to embroil Washington in broader regional conflicts, including the tense confrontation with Iran.

Furthermore, public opinion metrics indicate a declining confidence among Israeli voters regarding the extent to which Washington prioritizes their national security, paralleling a dip in Netanyahu's domestic standing. Consequently, the Israeli leader has noticeably altered his campaign strategy, moving away from prominent displays of his alliance with the American leadership and instead focusing heavily on countering perceived regional adversaries.

Source: www.aljazeera.com