British Media Reveals Cracks in Trump-Netanyahu Relationship: From Mutual Support to Mutual Accusations

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, LONDON— The relationship between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump is reported to be experiencing serious cracks amid the ongoing intensifying war with Iran. Although in public both leaders still attempt to show a solid and coordinated relationship, various reports indicate that the actual situation is far more complicated. The Guardian newspaper, in its report cited by Al Jazeera on Monday (11/5/2026) from Jerusalem, reveals that behind the seemingly harmonious diplomatic statements, distrust and political differences are developing between Washington and Tel Aviv. The Guardian correspondent, Julian Borger, writes that Netanyahu appears to be increasingly asserting his closeness to Trump. However, for many Israeli observers, this stance raises major questions about the true state of their relationship. These suspicions have strengthened following leaks that Israel is no longer involved in several important US discussions regarding the war and indirect negotiation channels with Iran mediated by Pakistan. The report also highlights the long-standing relationship between Netanyahu and Trump, built on shared politics and ideology. Both are known to employ populist approaches to bolster their domestic political positions. According to Borger, Netanyahu has for years tried to convince US presidents to take military action against Iran. He is even said to have played a significant role in pushing Trump to withdraw from the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement agreed upon during Barack Obama’s administration.