Recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, reversing decades of U.S. policy

Trump announced the U.S. would recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital and move the embassy there from Tel Aviv, reversing decades of bipartisan U.S. policy aimed at preserving Jerusalem's status for Israeli-Palestinian negotiations. The announcement was condemned internationally as inflammatory and counterproductive to peace efforts. Arab and European leaders warned it would incite violence and undermine the peace process. The decision appeared driven more by domestic political concerns (appealing to evangelical Christians and conservative donors) than strategic foreign policy considerations. The move sparked protests across the Middle East and was rejected by the UN General Assembly 128-9.