Israel’s election deadlock frustrates Washington hopes of moving beyond Netanyahu as neither bloc wins a majority, despite Trump’s continued support

Politico reported that Israel’s election deadlock has frustrated hopes in Washington of moving beyond Netanyahu, who could remain in power for months because neither his bloc nor the opposition secured a majority. Trump continues to support him.

“There is Netanyahu fatigue here,” a former Trump official said. Concerns are growing over Netanyahu’s influence on the Iran war and U.S.-Israel relations.

Some U.S. officials want Netanyahu’s far-right allies excluded. Analysts have warned that Netanyahu could attack Iran to stay in power.