- Dr. Alex Joffe
- July 13, 2020
- Paper No. 1641
PM Benjamin Netanyahuโs enthusiasm for the idea of applying Israeli sovereignty to parts of the West Bank can be explained by the desire to seize the historic opportunity created by President Trumpโs uniquely favorable attitude to Israel. There is another element, however, that warrants close attention: Netanyahuโs reaction to the Obama administrationโs relentless hostility.