Americans’ support for Israel’s military actions in Gaza is dropping rapidly, as allies warn that the country could permanently damage its standing in the United States.

The reliably pro-Israel Republican Party is scrambling to contain a generational revolt over foreign aid, antisemitism and the true meaning of "America First." Why it matters: Amid scenes of starvation in Gaza,

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday in a bid to salvage Gaza truce talks and tackle a humanitarian crisis in the enclave, where a global hunger monitor has warned that famine is unfolding.

President Donald Trump’s special envoy arrived in Israel to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Special envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee will travel to Gaza on Friday, the White House announced, a significant move as Israel continues facing mounting international pressure to allow increased aid into the enclave.