Barney Frank’s final warning on Israel: cut aid to Netanyahu if he ignores Palestinian suffering
Barney Frank, the late Congressman, emphasized the need for the U.S. to condition its support for Israel on the treatment of Palestinians. He warned that aid to Prime Minister Netanyahu should be reconsidered if he continues to ignore Palestinian suffering. Frank's remarks highlight a growing concern among some Democrats regarding U.S. foreign policy in the region.
- ▪Barney Frank urged Democrats to leverage U.S. support for Israel based on Palestinian conditions.
- ▪He warned that aid to Netanyahu should be cut if Palestinian suffering is ignored.
- ▪Frank's comments reflect a shift in some Democratic perspectives on U.S. foreign policy.
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Barney Frank’s final warning on Israel: cut aid to Netanyahu if he ignores Palestinian sufferingLate Congressman Barney Frank urged Democrats to leverage Netanyahu, warning that US support for Israel should depend on the Israeli PM relieving Palestinian suffering.Follow us on GoogleBarney Frank speaks during PFLAG National's Love Takes Justice event at AFT Headquarters on Nov. 18, 2025 in Washington, DC.(photo credit: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for PFLAG)
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