Overall, the new president is signaling that he feels less inclination than his predecessors to showcase a closeness with Israel. Story continues below advertisementIsrael has not commented formally on the attack, which Iran has called “nuclear terrorism” perpetrated by Israel. Although Biden and Netanyahu professed a warm friendship after Biden’s election, the president kept Netanyahu waiting for weeks before granting an official call. AdvertisementBiden may draw closer to Israel if Netanyahu is replaced at some point by a more conciliatory, less pugnacious leader. That level is far above what is tolerated under the nuclear agreement, and it further complicates the task of resurrecting it.

Source: Washington Post April 17, 2021 16:01 UTC