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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Former US Official Alleges Israeli Miscalculation on US Military Aid Continuity During Gaza Conflict

Sep 28, 2026 03:05 PM CT Washington D.C., United States us-israel-relations, military-aid, diplomatic-friction, gaza-war, political-analysis

Summary

A former official from the Biden administration claims that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu incorrectly assumed the US would reduce military aid during the Gaza war. This allegation highlights potential friction in the US-Israeli alliance regarding strategic expectations and resource commitments. The statement serves as a retrospective analysis of diplomatic dynamics and internal political calculations during the conflict.

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Ex-Biden official: Netanyahu thought U.S. would cut military aid during Gaza war    Haaretz

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United States NEUTRAL

Former official claims US maintained aid contrary to Israeli expectations of cuts.

Israel NEUTRAL

Netanyahu reportedly believed US would cut military aid during the war.

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