Trump Halts $4B Israel Aid on Election Day, Cites Netanyahu Request

President Trump announced a halt to $4 billion in aid to Israel on the day of Congressional elections, claiming the initiative came from Netanyahu. The existing agreement provides $3.8 billion annually through 2028, so this move appears to be a deviation from the established framework, though the scope and legal basis remain unclear. This could signal a shift in U.S.-Israel relations and may be politically motivated given the election timing.

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