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Trump's Policies Shift U.S.-Israel Relations in Jerusalem

3/9/2026

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In Jerusalem, U.S. President Donald Trump is viewed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli right as a key ally.
During his presidency, Trump moved U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, and withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal.
The U.N. funding cut for Palestinian refugees and access to a U.S. passport office for West Bank Jewish settlers signal a shift from prior U.S. policies.

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Story summary

In Jerusalem, U.S. President Donald Trump is viewed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli right as a key ally.
During his presidency, Trump moved U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, and withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal.
The U.N. funding cut for Palestinian refugees and access to a U.S. passport office for West Bank Jewish settlers signal a shift from prior U.S. policies.