Trump Win Empowers Netanyahu, Shifts Mideast Policy

This stance contrasts sharply with the Biden administration's recent pressures on Israel regarding humanitarian aid and its disapproval of the dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Since October 2023, Israel has received over $18 billion in U.S. military aid, while the conflict has resulted in over 43,000 Palestinian deaths.

Trump's foreign policy is seen as unpredictable; he reportedly desires an end to the Gaza war by his inauguration but has also affirmed Israel's right to self-defense. The Israeli public overwhelmingly favors Trump, viewing him as an unconditional ally, particularly the settler movement, which expects support for West Bank expansion.

Conversely, Palestinians in Gaza hold mixed sentiments, with some hoping Trump will compel an end to the war, while others fear a deterioration of their situation and the two-state solution, amidst dire humanitarian conditions. The Biden administration, still in power for two months, continues to warn Israel about potential cuts to weapons funding if humanitarian aid to Gaza does not dramatically increase, indicating a 'fail' on current efforts.