Israel's opposition blames Netanyahu for eroding US support after Democratic win

Israeli opposition leaders blamed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for eroding bipartisan U.S. support after Democrats won control of Congress, urging his removal to protect ties. They pledged to restore the relationship if they form the next government. The criticism followed U.S. midterm elections where Democrats secured majorities, partly fueled by opposition to Israel's war on Iran. Netanyahu's rivals, including Yair Lapid and Gadi Eisenkot, said his alignment with Republicans and "toxic" reputation endangered Israel's security and global standing. Lapid cited Netanyahu's 2015 congressional speech against the Iran nuclear deal as a break from tradition. Opposition figures promised to rebuild bipartisan cooperation, while noting some Democratic support for reducing military aid amid the Gaza war.