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US-Israel diplomatic crisis over journalist attack 2026
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FIRST ENTRY OCT 19
OCT 19 · Day 1
US ambassador breaks with Israel diplomatically over attack on US journalist
Huckabee called the attack a despicable act of terror and called for a full investigation, arrest, and prosecution.
Heidi Levine is 63 years old and an award-winning journalist who lives in Israel.
Levine said her flak jacket and helmet likely saved her life during the attack.
OCT 18
Trump-Netanyahu relationship deteriorates at pivotal moment
Trump endorsed Netanyahu on social media, calling him a 'Great Warrior Prime Minister' and giving his 'Complete and Total Endorsement.'
When Netanyahu and Trump met at the White House in August, there were no cameras.
Israel's election day is October 27.