U.S. Embraces Far-Right Israeli Minister as Diplomatic Relations Shift**

Tue May 06 2025 00:42:32 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
U.S. Embraces Far-Right Israeli Minister as Diplomatic Relations Shift**

Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's controversial finance minister, meets with Treasury Secretary in a significant diplomatic thaw under the Trump administration.**


Bezalel Smotrich, long criticized by the Biden administration for his stances on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, finds new support in Washington, embracing a collaborative future with U.S. officials.**

In a notable shift in U.S.-Israeli relations, Bezalel Smotrich, Israel’s far-right finance minister, visited Washington and met with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. This interaction marks a significant change after years of tension and criticism from the Biden administration, which had singled out Smotrich for his controversial views, particularly his opposition to a cease-fire in Gaza and his support for Jewish settlers in the West Bank.

During his meeting with Bessent on Wednesday, Smotrich expressed his enthusiasm for the renewed dialogue, highlighting the absence of ministerial-level talks during the previous administration. "After four years during which no ministerial meetings took place between the U.S. Treasury Department and the Israeli government, we are now entering the Treasury Department,” he stated, calling the occasion “very important.”

Post-meeting, Smotrich shared a handshake photo with Bessent on social media and emphasized their agreement to enhance cooperation across several sectors, including economic policy, technology, and financial regulation. Acknowledging the moment's significance, he remarked that it is crucial to shape a new strategic economic future for both nations. This renewed collaboration aims to reinforce American leadership globally while positioning Israel as a key economic ally.

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