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Newsom Regrets Apartheid Comment, Reaffirms Support for Israel

3/26/2026

Summary

Story summary

California Governor Gavin Newsom regrets labeling Israel an apartheid state, saying the remark addressed potential future scenarios, not the present.
In a Politico interview, Newsom reiterates support for Israel while criticizing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership and his stance on the two-state solution.
The remarks come as the Democratic Party shows a broader shift toward Israel, with waning voter support and growing concerns over West Bank policies.

History

Historical Context

The 1993 Oslo Accords were a landmark agreement between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), aiming to establish a framework for peace and a two-state solution amid decades of conflict. Recent comments by political figures highlight ongoing tensions and changing Democratic Party views on Israel, as voter support wanes due to concerns over West Bank policies, potentially influencing U.S. foreign policy and regional stability.

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Story summary

California Governor Gavin Newsom regrets labeling Israel an apartheid state, saying the remark addressed potential future scenarios, not the present.
In a Politico interview, Newsom reiterates support for Israel while criticizing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership and his stance on the two-state solution.
The remarks come as the Democratic Party shows a broader shift toward Israel, with waning voter support and growing concerns over West Bank policies.

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