This marks the first time a former Israeli PM has publicly acknowledged losing Republican support, traditionally Israel's strongest US ally. The specific 71% Republican approval rating, while still high, represents a concerning shift given Bennett's warning about eroding support from Israel's most reliable political base. This internal Israeli critique of government messaging during active military operations is unprecedented.
Ex-PM Bennett: Israel Losing Key GOP Support Amid Gaza Conflict
📰 What Happened
Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett warned on August 7, 2025 that Israel is losing crucial Republican Party support due to poor messaging from Netanyahu's government. While GOP approval of Israel's Gaza operations remains at 71%, overall American support has hit a record low of 32%. Bennett specifically criticized officials like Diaspora Affairs Minister Chikli and Finance Minister Smotrich for making statements that 'cause unimaginable damage.' Democratic support has plummeted to just 8%, while independent approval stands at 25%.
📖 Prophetic Significance
The fracturing of the Israel-US alliance, particularly among Republicans (71% support) and Democrats (8% support), aligns with Zechariah's prophecy of Jerusalem becoming a 'burdensome stone' for all nations. Bennett's specific criticism of Ministers Chikli and Smotrich reveals internal division during crisis, echoing Jesus' warning about kingdoms divided against themselves. The stark 63% gap between Republican and Democratic support for Israel suggests the prophesied isolation of Israel is accelerating through partisan political divisions, rather than traditional diplomatic channels.