Israel Faces 60% Unfavorable U.S. Views as Boycotts and Travel Bans Deepen Isolation
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Updated · The New York Times · May 28
Israel Faces 60% Unfavorable U.S. Views as Boycotts and Travel Bans Deepen Isolation
2 articles · Updated · The New York Times · May 28
Summary
60% of Americans now view Israel unfavorably, up from 42% in 2022, with nearly three-quarters of those aged 18 to 49 holding negative views in a sharp warning for Israel’s standing in Washington.
That erosion is showing up beyond polling: Eurovision drew protests and boycotts by Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Iceland and Slovenia, while France and Poland barred National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entry.
Bezalel Smotrich also said the International Criminal Court prosecutor is seeking an arrest warrant for him, adding legal pressure to widening diplomatic and cultural isolation.
Europe’s policy stance is hardening as well: EU foreign ministers approved sanctions on violent settlers and their backers, and some states are pushing to ban imports from West Bank settlements.
With Israel’s security tied to U.S. military and diplomatic backing and its economy linked to European markets and research ties, the article argues expected fall elections may be the clearest chance to slow the slide.