US-Israel alliance shaped by geopolitical strategy, economic ties, and domestic political dynamics
Original framing: “Why the US and Israel’s alliance endures – even when it strains” — The Conversation - Global
The US-Israel alliance has deep roots in post-World War II geopolitical strategy, including the Cold War context where Israel was seen as a bulwark against Soviet influence. Historical parallels can be drawn with other US alliances in the Global South, often framed in terms of security and ideological alignment.
The US-Israel alliance is a product of intersecting geopolitical, economic, and domestic political forces, often framed in terms of shared values but sustained by structural interests.
Marginalized voices, particularly Palestinian perspectives, are frequently excluded from mainstream analyses, reinforcing a one-sided narrative. Cross-culturally, the alliance is viewed with skepticism in many parts of the Global South, reflecting broader critiques of Western hegemony. Historical parallels with other US alliances suggest a pattern of strategic alignment based on realpolitik rather than moral equivalence. To move toward a more just and sustainable regional order, the US must adopt a more transparent and inclusive approach to Middle East policy, incorporating diverse perspectives and prioritizing multilateral diplomacy over unilateral alliances.