Trump's endorsement of Netanyahu for reelection signals US alignment in Israeli politics.
Context
What happened: Trump endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection ahead of Israeli national elections set for Oct. 27.
Key numbers: Israelis vote Oct. 27, the first national elections since the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023.
Why it matters: The endorsement places Trump's support behind Netanyahu in a vote that follows the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack.
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Oct 18, 2026 07:06 PM ET