Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a notable visit to Washington this week, where he met with President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials. The discussions centered on the strengthening bond between the United States and Israel, a relationship that has been markedly reinforced under this new administration’s policies.
In a forthcoming interview with Mark Levin on “Life, Liberty & Levin,” Netanyahu expressed deep admiration for President Trump’s approach to foreign policy. He stated, “I think President Trump is the greatest friend that Israel has ever had in the White House.” He highlighted that Trump’s leadership has significantly improved the U.S.-Israel alliance, emphasizing the pivotal role he plays for both nations and the world.
Since returning to office, President Trump has enacted several impactful policies related to Israel and the broader Middle East. Among these was a strong warning directed at Hamas concerning hostages taken in Gaza, stating there would be “all hell to pay” if they were not released. This tough stance led to a deal facilitated with the Biden administration.
One noteworthy action taken by Trump in late January was lifting a hold on the delivery of powerful bombs to Israel. This decision came after the previous administration paused shipments due to concerns over potential civilian casualties in Gaza. Netanyahu praised Trump’s swift action and commitment, saying, “In the first two weeks, he did everything that he promised to do.”
Additionally, Trump signed an executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its investigations into Israel. The ICC has attempted to target Netanyahu with allegations of war crimes during Israel’s military defense. Both the U.S. and Israel do not recognize the ICC’s authority.
Amid controversies, President Trump has faced criticism regarding his ambitious plan for the Gaza Strip, which he introduced during a press conference with Netanyahu. He proposed a U.S. takeover of the area to help rebuild and enhance economic development, promising jobs and housing for the local population. Netanyahu supported Trump’s initiative, reaffirming Israel’s close collaboration with the U.S. in shaping Middle Eastern policy.
“We will do a job with it too,” Trump stated, emphasizing the need for safety and stability in the region.
Netanyahu concluded by reinforcing the strong friendship between the U.S. and Israel under Trump’s leadership, proclaiming, “Israel has no better friend than America, and now, under President Trump’s leadership, America has no greater friend than Israel.” He described the current moment as an exciting new chapter for the important alliance between the two nations.
For those interested in deeper insights from Netanyahu, the full interview will air on Saturday night at 8 PM on “Life, Liberty, & Levin.”
