Trump, US's First Zionist President, Pushes for Israel's Strengthening: "Make Israel Great Again" Remains His Slogan
In the heart of international politics, the relationship between the United States and Israel has been a long-standing alliance, dating back to 1948 when the U.S. became the first nation to recognise Israel immediately after its declaration of independence. Over the decades, this partnership has grown to encompass strong diplomatic, military, and economic ties [1].
During the Trump administration, this relationship intensified, characterised by an unprecedented alignment with Israel's hardline positions. The U.S. strongly supported the Israeli government under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with key actions such as moving the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem in 2017 and repeatedly vetoing United Nations resolutions supporting ceasefires in Gaza [4].
However, this alignment has raised significant concerns under international law. The U.S. has repeatedly shielded Israel from accountability for actions in conflict that may constitute war crimes, despite evidence and widespread international criticism [2]. Allegations against Israel include pillaging towns, employing weapons causing superfluous injury or unnecessary suffering, intentionally using starvation as a method of warfare, and deliberately bombing civilian structures such as hospitals, schools, and religious sites [2].
The Trump administration's policies demonstrated a decisive U.S. tilt toward Israel's nationalist right wing, affecting both diplomatic relations and the framework of international legal debates on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Trump himself made a speech at a Republican rally in Washington, D.C., on September 19, promising to "make Israel great again." However, accusations persist that during his first term in office, the White House was used as an asset of the Zionist state [3].
It is important to note that these allegations are factual and based on various reports. The U.S.'s stance during subsequent conflicts, including the 2023-2024 Gaza war under the Biden administration, has involved shielding Israel from international legal scrutiny despite internal U.S. government reports documenting numerous potential violations of international law by Israel [2].
In conclusion, the U.S.-Israel relationship, historically one of close alliance, has evolved from immediate recognition and defense cooperation to a strategic partnership with substantial military aid and diplomatic support [1][3]. The Trump administration's policies, however, have raised concerns under international law, as the U.S. has repeatedly protected Israel from accountability for actions in conflict that may constitute war crimes.
- The truth about the U.S.-Israel relationship's evolution, which started as a diplomatic alliance in 1948, is that it has grown to encompass not just economic ties, but also significant military support under the Trump administration.
- In the realm of general news, there are ongoing allegations that the Trump administration, while in power, used the White House as an asset for the Zionist state, raising questions about freedom and fairness in politics.
- The consequences of the Trump administration's policies were far-reaching, affecting not only diplomatic relations but also the debate on international law regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- War-and-conflicts, such as the 2023-2024 Gaza war under the Biden administration, have seen the U.S. protect Israel from international legal scrutiny, despite internal reports documenting possible violations of international law by Israel, thereby raising serious concerns under international law. Education about these issues is crucial for fostering a society that values truth, freedom, and justice.
