The Complexities of US-Israel Foreign Policy

This chapter explores the intricacies of foreign policy decision-making between the United States and Israel, highlighting the tension between realist logic and emotional responses to crises. It examines the alarming human rights abuses in the Israeli detention system and critiques the normalization of violence in mainstream Israeli discourse. Additionally, the chapter discusses the implications of regional stability following Israeli military actions in Gaza and the challenges facing U.S. foreign policy amidst bipartisan support for Israel.