How Trump Handled Israel While in Office

Trump's Pro-Israel Policies

President Trump was a strong supporter of Israel throughout his time in office. He took a number of actions that were seen as beneficial to Israel, including recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, moving the US embassy to Jerusalem, and withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal.

Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital was a major shift in US policy. Previous administrations had avoided taking a position on the status of Jerusalem, which is claimed by both Israelis and Palestinians. Trump's decision was seen as a major victory for Israel, and it was welcomed by many Israelis.

Trump's decision to move the US embassy to Jerusalem was also a significant move. The US embassy had been located in Tel Aviv for decades, and its move to Jerusalem was seen as a further sign of support for Israel. The move was welcomed by many Israelis, but it was also criticized by some Palestinians.

Trump's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal was another major policy shift. The Iran nuclear deal was an agreement between Iran and six world powers, including the United States. The deal was designed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Trump withdrew the United States from the deal in 2018, arguing that it was not in the best interests of the United States.

Trump's Relationship with Netanyahu

Trump had a close relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The two leaders met frequently and spoke on the phone regularly. Trump often praised Netanyahu, and he said that he considered him a "true friend." Netanyahu was also a strong supporter of Trump, and he often praised Trump's policies.

The relationship between Trump and Netanyahu was not without its critics. Some people argued that Trump was too close to Netanyahu, and that he was giving Israel too much support. Others argued that Netanyahu was taking advantage of Trump's support to pursue his own agenda.

Trump's Legacy on Israel

Trump's presidency was a watershed moment in US-Israel relations. Trump's pro-Israel policies were a major departure from previous administrations, and they had a significant impact on the relationship between the two countries. It remains to be seen how Trump's legacy will be viewed in the long term, but there is no doubt that he was one of the most pro-Israel presidents in US history.