After the U.S. election results were announced, the world seems to be in a state of momentary shock, recalculating its trajectory. The decisive outcome in Trump’s favor, indicating his victory in all key states (five confirmed, with Arizona and Nevada leaning towards him as votes continue to be counted), as well as a sweeping Republican win in the Senate (where the Republicans gained at least three seats, shifting the balance from 51:49 against them to at least 52 in their favor, with two seats still leaning Republican) and the House of Representatives (with 205 seats secured out of the 218 needed for a majority, a number they are expected to surpass), culminates in a clear mandate from the American people for Donald Trump to lead the U.S. for the next four years.
The greatest shock is felt within America itself, where Trump won not only the Electoral College but also the popular vote—apparently by a significant margin, with at least 51% of the vote. If previous elections led some to believe that Trump was a temporary anomaly, this election suggests that Trump is not a passing phenomenon but a dominant new force in American politics. America is looking in the mirror, seeing itself more clearly, and understanding for the first time in years where the heart of its silent majority lies.
In Israel, optimism is voiced by officials inside and outside the government, hoping that Trump will lift constraints on Israel and even expand security support. Many recall Trump’s first term, during which he demonstrated unwavering support for Israel, recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, and moved the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem. Although Trump now returns to the White House surrounded by different advisors (notably missing is his Jewish son-in-law and architect of the Abraham Accords, Jared Kushner), he has repeatedly emphasized his primary goal of ending conflicts and avoiding further wars. Nevertheless, the odds in the international diplomatic arena now appear to favor Israel. Yesterday, Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with Trump for 20 minutes, congratulating him on his victory and thawing the frost that had lingered between them since the last election. There is hope that the two will rebuild a productive relationship that will lead to positive changes in the Middle East.
