Netanyahu has identified a social media campaign aimed at vilifying Israel, attributing decreased support among US voters, particularly Democrats, to this effort. He expressed determination to combat these narratives, emphasizing the value of truth in winning public opinion. Recent polls indicate a significant decline in sympathies toward Israel, especially among Democrats, shifting from historic support. Increased awareness regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza may be influencing this sentiment. Netanyahu's visit included discussions with congressional leaders and referenced political shifts such as the Democratic primary win of a pro-Palestinian candidate in New York.
I think there's been a concerted effort to spread vilification and demonization against Israel on social media... It is malignant. We intend to fight it, because nothing defeats lies like the truth.
Netanyahu's comments came during a visit to Congress, where he met the Republican speaker... This follows the recent victory of Zohran Mamdani in the Democratic primary race for the mayor of New York.
A range of surveys have shows a marked decline in support for Israel among Democratic-leaning voters amid rising disquiet about the impact of the war in Gaza.
A Gallup poll in March showed less than half of the US public sympathized with Israel's position, the lowest figure recorded since the organization started taking surveys on the issue.
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