US House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries calls for “dramatic change” in Middle East policy after Democrats’ election victories, linking the shift to how Washington supports Israel. He also reiterates his backing for a two-state approach for Israel and the Palestinians.
Across coverage, outlets describe how Democrats’ midterm success could affect US support for Israel as party leaders prepare to take control of Congress in early January. The reported focus is on Jeffries’ stated positions, including calls for an end to the “status quo” and support for a safe and secure Israel alongside an independent Palestinian state.
One outlet also adds a critique of Donald Trump’s policies toward Iran, with Jeffries describing the US campaign against Iran as “reckless and costly.” The rest of the coverage centres mainly on the Middle East policy “dramatic change” framing and Jeffries’ two-state stance.
