In a move that has stunned Israeli officials, the Trump administration imposed new tariffs on Israeli goods just minutes before temporary trade measures were set to expire. The US Trade Representative announced tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on imports from dozens of key trading partners — including Israel. The decision targets sensitive sectors and is seen as a sharp departure from the traditionally close economic ties between the two allies. Analysts interpret the surprise move as a clear signal of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s declining leverage with President Donald Trump. The tariffs took effect immediately at midnight US time, leaving Israeli exporters scrambling to assess the damage. The development raises questions about the future of the US-Israel trade relationship and comes amid broader tensions over policy differences.
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