A new fault line is opening up between Washington and Israel. In the wake of JD Vance’s pointed reminder that the United States is Israel’s “powerful ally” – and criticism of Israel’s recent military choices – Benjamin Netanyahu is now talking openly about strategic “independence”. The timing is striking. As Donald Trump and JD Vance pursue peace with Tehran through a contentious memorandum, Israel is doubling down on its fear of Iran’s missile arsenals and allied militias.

There won’t be a rupture, but there won’t be business as usual, either.

President Trump’s Iran deal and Vice President Vance’s warning on US support should push Jerusalem to rethink its dependence on Washington before bipartisan backing collapses…

A new fault line is opening up between Washington and Israel. In the wake of JD Vance’s pointed reminder that the United States is Israel’s “powerful ally” – and criticism of…