The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 749 - Lazar Berman: Does Israel rely on the US to end its wars?
Oct 24, 2025
In this discussion, Lazar Berman, a diplomatic correspondent for The Times of Israel, delves into Israel's current reliance on U.S. intervention to end its conflicts. He explores historical precedents, highlighting how U.S. presidents have shaped wartime decisions in Israel's past. Berman also addresses accusations of Israel acting as a client state of the U.S., discussing domestic political pressures and public sentiment regarding military objectives. The talk reveals tensions between strategic partnerships and national sovereignty.
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U.S. Shaped Ceasefire Enforcement
- The U.S. exerted decisive pressure to end Israel's recent Gaza campaign and set ceasefire terms.
- That pressure limited Israel's immediate military options and shaped enforcement of the truce.
Coordination Center Feels American
- Washington built and largely runs the Kiryat Gat coordination center, making it feel like an American project.
- That arrangement signals U.S. control over post‑war Gaza stabilization decisions.
Au Pair Tour Of U.S. Bases
- Amanda Borschel-Dan recounted being an au pair traveling between U.S. Army bases in Europe.
- She used that experience to imagine what foreign stations and bases abroad can look like.