Israel’s parliament on April 8 declared Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc the largest, yet the 120‑seat Knesset still lacked a majority, forcing a coalition scramble.
Trump, who endorsed Netanyahu months before the vote, said on Wednesday that he had not yet decided whether to push for a unity cabinet but would “take a look” at the possibility. The U.S. president’s comments came as Israeli leaders warned that any delay could leave the country vulnerable to Iranian aggression.
The conflict with Iran has already disrupted global energy supplies and pushed U.S. gasoline prices higher. Trump’s October 18 endorsement of Netanyahu was framed as a commitment to “finish the job” against Tehran, and he has hinted that a new Israeli government could resume attacks in the coming months.
Meanwhile, the Gaza ceasefire talks have stalled. The Israeli government, regardless of its composition, has shown little willingness to alter its hardline stance toward Hamas, and the United States has expressed frustration at the lack of progress.
The next Israeli parliamentary session will decide whether a unity government is formed. Washington will monitor the outcome closely, as the decision will shape U.S. policy toward Iran and the broader Middle East.