8 articles · Updated · The Jerusalem Post · May 10
The rift widened after Iranian attacks on US bases, the Strait of Hormuz closure and failed hopes of an uprising exposed claims that Tehran was too weak to retaliate.
Trump publicly criticised Israeli strikes on Iran's South Pars gasfield and said Israel was barred from bombing Lebanon, while Israel was increasingly excluded from negotiations.
Analysts say Trump wants the conflict calmed before a China trip, but despite political damage to both leaders, their alliance may endure and Israel could regain latitude once US attention shifts.
How did Netanyahu’s promise of a swift victory lead the US into a war its own intelligence warned against?
After assassinating Iran's leader, why did the US-Israel campaign create a stronger, more hardline regime?
With Iran now controlling the Strait of Hormuz, has the global balance of power permanently shifted?
Aftermath of the 2026 U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: Ceasefire, Regime Resilience, and Regional Instability
Overview
The report highlights how the fragile ceasefire that began on April 8, 2026, quickly led to political fallout, especially in Israel and Lebanon. Israel’s goal to disarm Hezbollah was not fully achieved, as even the IDF admitted this was unrealistic. The ceasefire, announced by former U.S. President Donald Trump, was seen as a setback by many in northern Israel, with local leaders like Moshe Davidovich openly condemning it. This dissatisfaction reflected broader concerns that the ceasefire stopped military efforts just before a decisive moment, fueling public criticism and political pressure on Israeli leadership.