U.S. perceived side the government has taken in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict 2023
On October 7 2023, Palestinian militant group Hamas led an invasion into Israel via the Gaza Strip, marking the first time direct contact was made on Israeli territory since the First Arab-Israeli War in 1948 and 1949. Following attacks on bordering communities and Israeli military bases, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu formally declared war and issued counter-offensive strikes.
As one of Israel's allies, many have begun debating the role of the United States. In an October survey, more than half of Americans believed the U.S. government in favor of the Israeli side of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
As one of Israel's allies, many have begun debating the role of the United States. In an October survey, more than half of Americans believed the U.S. government in favor of the Israeli side of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
