President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement of his plan to relocate the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem has sparked a firestorm of criticism worldwide. The move, which he says will help advance Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts, is seen by many as another example of American bias in favor of Israel over the Palestinians. The decision was quickly denounced by the United Nations and others around the globe who see it as an affront to international law. The Palestinian Authority has threatened to cut off all contact with Washington if the move goes forward. But there are some who support President Trump’s move. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the announcement, saying “Jerusalem is our capital.” He also thanked President Trump for his “bold decision” that he said recognizes Israel's historical and legal claims to the city. The issue of Jerusalem is a sensitive one. It has long been claimed by both Israelis and Palestinians. Israel controls much of East Jerusalem but does not formally annex it. The international community does not recognize Israeli sovereignty over any part of the city. President Trump’s plan will likely face fierce opposition at home as well abroad. Democrats in Congress have already signaled they will oppose any effort to move the embassy, saying such a move would be “dangerous and divisive.” In addition, Republicans are divided on whether this is a good idea. Some argue that moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem could help advance Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts while others believe it will inflame tensions in the Middle East. Despite these concerns, President Trump insists his plan will work. He says he wants to see both Israelis and Palestinians living peacefully side by side within secure borders. That’s why he believes moving the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem is so important.?

President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement of his plan to relocate the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem has sparked a firestorm of criticism worldwide. The move, which he says will help advance Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts, is seen by many as another example of American bias in favor of Israel over the Palestinians. The decision was quickly denounced by the United Nations and others around the globe who see it as an affront to international law. The Palestinian Authority has threatened to cut off all contact with Washington if the move goes forward. But there are some who support President Trump’s move. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the announcement, saying “Jerusalem is our capital.” He also thanked President Trump for his “bold decision” that he said recognizes Israel's historical and legal claims to the city. The issue of Jerusalem is a sensitive one. It has long been claimed by both Israelis and Palestinians. Israel controls much of East Jerusalem but does not formally annex it. The international community does not recognize Israeli sovereignty over any part of the city. President Trump’s plan will likely face fierce opposition at home as well abroad. Democrats in Congress have already signaled they will oppose any effort to move the embassy, saying such a move would be “dangerous and divisive.” In addition, Republicans are divided on whether this is a good idea. Some argue that moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem could help advance Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts while others believe it will inflame tensions in the Middle East. Despite these concerns, President Trump insists his plan will work. He says he wants to see both Israelis and Palestinians living peacefully side by side within secure borders. That’s why he believes moving the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem is so important.?