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Poll: Israelis Wary of Trump's Influence on Security

11/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

A poll by the Israel Democracy Institute shows 44% of Israelis believe the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration influences Israel's security more than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
The survey shows 51% oppose resuming the judicial overhaul.
Jewish Israelis largely back West Bank annexation, while most Arab respondents favor a diplomatic solution.
Concerns about U.S. influence have risen after Trump asked Netanyahu for a pardon amid his ongoing corruption trial.

History

Historical Context

The 1978 Camp David Accords, brokered by President Jimmy Carter, led to the historic Egypt-Israel peace treaty signed on March 26, 1979. This agreement marked Egypt as the first Arab nation to recognize Israel, resulting in Israel's withdrawal from the Sinai Peninsula. Despite ongoing U.S. support, 44% of Israelis today feel U.S. influence overshadows their government, raising concerns about Israel's sovereignty.

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Story summary

A poll by the Israel Democracy Institute shows 44% of Israelis believe the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration influences Israel's security more than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
The survey shows 51% oppose resuming the judicial overhaul.
Jewish Israelis largely back West Bank annexation, while most Arab respondents favor a diplomatic solution.
Concerns about U.S. influence have risen after Trump asked Netanyahu for a pardon amid his ongoing corruption trial.

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