And the relationship has also benefited Mr. Trump, with Mr. Netanyahu’s policies alienating Jewish Democrats and helping Mr. Trump depict the Republicans as Israel’s only reliable source of unconditional American support. Mr. Netanyahu’s defeat is now a serious possibility. Even if Mr. Netanyahu wins, he may be unable to form a government because Mr. Gantz has vowed not to enter a coalition with him while he faces indictment. And in a matter of months, the criminal case against Mr. Netanyahu could dislodge him from power once and for all. The political backup is almost certain to reach its peak a few days later, when Mr. Netanyahu is expected to get an Oval Office meeting, if not a formal White House dinner, during the yearly gathering of Aipac, the powerful pro-Israel lobby.

Source: New York Times March 10, 2019 21:18 UTC