The anger in the US, and the message to Israel: "Deal with settler violence"
The siege in Kusra has sparked anger even among supporters of Israel in the administration, who fear strategic consequences and are pressuring Netanyahu to publicly condemn the extremists. But the Prime Minister is silent for…
Assessment
The siege in Khusra has triggered alarm within the U.S. administration, including among pro-Israel officials, who see strategic risks and are pressing Netanyahu to publicly condemn extremist settlers. Netanyahu's silence contrasts with Defense Minister Katz's condemnation, which was delivered at a settlement establishment ceremony. The former Efrat council head's remark that if a true friend like Ambassador Huckabee must pound the table, Israel is lost, underscores a growing rift between allies over settler violence.