Trump’s Private Frustrations with a Powerful Ally He Publicly Supports

President Donald Trump has long positioned himself as the consummate deal-maker capable of influencing global leaders. However, he is discovering that a significant ally in the Middle East is revealing his limited leverage. In private, Trump has expressed frustration to his staff regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's unilateral assault on Hamas leaders in Qatar, which jeopardizes delicate negotiations to end conflict in Gaza.While asserting ignorance about the strike planned by Netanyahu, Trump is dismayed that it targeted less prominent Hamas members instead of top officials. The strike occurred despite Netanyahu’s awareness of the ongoing U.S. and Qatari diplomatic efforts to engage with Hamas representatives.As Netanyahu's aggressive actions complicate U.S. relations in the region and hinder the Abraham Accords' expansion, Trump remains publicly supportive and hesitant to apply pressure. Analysts are puzzled by Trump's inaction, questioning what influence Israel wields over him to maintain such allegiance despite disruptive tactics.