President Biden's officials discussed triggering an election in Israel to defeat Prime Minister Netanyahu, but the plan was blocked by the president. Tensions between Biden and Netanyahu deepened over various issues, including Gaza's future and judicial reform. Arab leaders quietly supported Israel's efforts against Hamas. Discussions about advancing normalization with Saudi Arabia took place during the transition period.
Key Points
President Biden's officials considered triggering an election in Israel to defeat Prime Minister Netanyahu
Tensions between Biden and Netanyahu over various issues deepened
Arab leaders quietly supported Israel's efforts against Hamas
Discussions about advancing normalization with Saudi Arabia took place during the transition period
Pros
Insight into behind-the-scenes political strategies in U.S.-Israel relations
Reveals tensions and complexities between President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu
Cons
Potential risk of strained diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Israel