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U.S. Figures Blast Vance Over Criticism of Israel
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50% centerFirst reported by Ynet · Jun 18, 2026
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Vice President J.D. Vance drew intense criticism from U.S. lawmakers and academics after accusing Israel of indiscriminate strikes in Lebanon during a White House briefing Thursday. Supporters of Israel said his remarks were false, damaging, and hostile to a key American ally.
- 01Lawmakers and academics denounced Vance’s attack on Israel after a White House briefing.
- 02Rick Scott said America and Israel will always stand together against Iran.
- 03Jeffrey Lax said Vance blamed Israel for Beirut civilian deaths when the opposite is true.
- 04Masoud Yousef argued Israel is a sovereign ally that strengthens U.S. interests.
- 05Vance said Israel must avoid harming civilians and respect the peace process.
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