{
  "id": 16495247,
  "title": "Netanyahu shows 'political desperation' in push for Trump backing, US sources tell 'Post'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/netanyahu-shows-political-desperation-in-push-for-trump-backing-us",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T16:34:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-election-2026/article-912813"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the days leading up to Israel's elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is ramping up his campaign to secure backing from US President Donald Trump, who previously endorsed him with strong support. American sources reveal that Trump is under significant pressure from Netanyahu and other supporters within the president's inner circle to maintain his public endorsement as the election nears.\n\nThe intensity of Netanyahu's efforts to win American support is evident, with sources describing him as showing \"political desperation.\" State Department officials have confirmed ongoing contact with Israeli stakeholders and expressed readiness to cooperate with whichever party forms the next government. They emphasized their continued commitment to shared priorities, including the normalization of relations between Israel and its neighbors.\n\nFollowing Axios' report on Netanyahu's recent conversations with Trump, it emerged that the prime minister had asked for additional endorsements, even proposing specific wording for the statements. Sources close to Netanyahu suggested that the president could speak with Israeli journalists to reinforce his support. Last week, Trump endorsed Netanyahu in a statement on Truth Social, calling him a \"great warrior prime minister\" and a key ally in the fight against Iran. However, not everyone in the administration shares Trump's enthusiasm for the endorsement.\n\nWhile Vice President Kamala Harris and some senior administration officials have refrained from endorsing Netanyahu, others are wary of the potential consequences of backing a different Israeli government. Jewish-American investor Bill Ackman has called for a government without certain ministers, arguing that their presence could damage Israel's international reputation and hinder progress on regional issues.\n\nAs the election approaches, the possibility of a government without Netanyahu's far-right coalition partners could give the United States greater flexibility in advancing its diplomatic objectives in the Middle East. The State Department remains committed to working with Israel's elected leadership, even if it differs from the current government, and is preparing to continue its cooperation in key areas such as the Iran conflict and the reconstruction of Gaza.",
  "summary": "As Netanyahu seeks more Trump endorsements before Israel's elections, US officials signal readiness to work with any government and pursue regional deals.",
  "key_points": [
    "Netanyahu intensifies push for Trump backing as election nears",
    "US sources describe Netanyahu as showing political desperation",
    "State Department confirms ongoing contact with Israeli stakeholders"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}