# Azmi Bishara: US Election Results Signal the End of Trumpism Arab intellectual warns of Israelisation risks while analyzing shifting US-Israeli political dynamics. - **Source:** [The New Arab](https://www.newarab.com) - **Published:** 2026-11-12 - **Topic:** [politics](https://brifing.si/c/politics) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/a0e5fa70-a081-45a4-874e-c60d3fb10b3e ## Shift in Wartime Alliances Azmi Bishara argues that the recent US congressional elections have significantly weakened the wartime alliance between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. This shift makes a renewed military confrontation with Iran less likely in the immediate future. Bishara suggests that while some factions still push for conflict, the political landscape has fundamentally changed. ## Democracy as a Corrective Bishara describes the US election outcome as the beginning of the end for Trumpism. He highlights that approximately 70 million Americans voted against the former president, demonstrating democracy's capacity to self-correct. This process contrasts with other political systems, allowing voters to actively reject extremist elements and business-interest-driven policy agendas. ## Iran and Realpolitik Constraints Despite Iranian rhetoric regarding revenge, Bishara notes that Tehran understands the limitations of challenging the world's most powerful nation. Iranian officials are aware of the economic pressure and the reality that they cannot withstand prolonged isolation. Consequently, the military option, while not entirely off the table, has become qualitatively more distant. ## The Strait as Leverage Bishara characterizes control over the Strait of Hormuz as Iran's actual nuclear weapon. He argues that Iran does not need to physically close the waterway to exert influence, as the world already recognizes its capability to do so. The Iranian public prioritizes economic prosperity and the lifting of sanctions over military escalation. ## Erosion of Ideological Hegemony The influence of Israel and its lobbying organizations is beginning to wane in key American power centers. Bishara attributes this shift to domestic American developments and the public impact of images from the conflict in Gaza. Politicians are increasingly distancing themselves from traditional lobbying groups like AIPAC to maintain their political standing. ## Rise of Progressive Voices The progressive wing of the Democratic Party has reached unprecedented size, with 20 members now serving in Congress. These politicians prioritize domestic issues while holding more critical foreign policy views regarding Israel. Their rise reflects a generational shift among immigrants and people of color who demand alignment with universal human rights values. ## Risks of Israelisation Bishara warns Palestinian citizens of Israel against the process of Israelisation. He expresses concern that some Arab parties might accept restrictive conditions, such as recognizing Israel as a Jewish state, just to join a governing coalition. He advocates for maintaining national identity while using parliamentary strength to secure demands from outside. ## Eisenkot's Governing Challenges Gadi Eisenkot faces significant hurdles in forming a government, requiring support from 19 Arab MPs to reach a 67-seat majority. Eisenkot has imposed four strict conditions for this cooperation, including recognizing Israel's Declaration of Independence. These demands highlight the ongoing internal divisions regarding the role of Palestinian lawmakers in Israeli governance. ## Netanyahu versus Change Camp The primary disagreement between Netanyahu and the opposition centers on internal Israeli governance, judiciary powers, and the country's way of life. Since 1995, there has been little fundamental debate over Palestinian statehood. Netanyahu’s legacy established that peace is pursued with Arab nations rather than through a direct settlement with the Palestinians. ## Future of US-Israeli Ties An Eisenkot-led government would likely seek to repair Israel's international image and emerge from its status as a pariah. Such an administration would need to reach a new understanding with Washington, especially given the defeat of both Trump and Netanyahu. This transition could facilitate a more stable relationship with the new congressional majority. ## Strategic Political Outlook The cumulative work of diverse generations in the US has created a new political discourse capable of confronting Trumpism. By combining a commitment to universal freedoms with a firm insistence on identity, this movement represents a significant shift. The future of regional stability depends on how these evolving political alliances navigate their respective crises. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.newarab.com/news/azmi-bishara-us-vote-marks-beginning-end-trumpism — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._