Harris and Trump have different opinions on Iran and Israel as tensions rise.

**Navigating the Divide**: Before Iran’s missile attack on Israel in early October to avenge the killings of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iranian officials, Vice President Kamala Harris found herself in a challenging position within the Democratic Party. With tensions rising between Israel and Iran, and the threat of all-out war looming, navigating this delicate situation has become crucial for the next president.

**Biden Administration vs. Republicans**: The Biden administration has faced pressure from Republicans to increase security assistance to Israel and take a stronger stance against Tehran and its proxies. President Biden has made it clear that he does not support a potential attack on Iran’s nuclear sites by Israel, despite the mounting tensions.

**Former President’s Criticisms**: Former President Donald Trump has been vocal in blaming the growing conflict on what he perceives as weak leadership from Biden and Harris. Trump has advocated for a more aggressive approach, suggesting that Israel should “hit the nuclear first and worry about the rest later.”

**Harris and Trump on Israel and Iran**: Harris has focused on brokering a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas, emphasizing the importance of a two-state solution while supporting Israel’s right to defend itself. She has also called for increased humanitarian aid to Palestinians but does not support an arms embargo on Israel.

**Trump’s Stance**: On the other hand, Trump has criticized the Israeli government’s handling of the conflict while portraying himself as a staunch defender of Israel. He has urged Israel to improve its public relations and escalate its actions in the region.

**Iran Nuclear Deal**: Harris has not indicated whether she would seek to renegotiate a new nuclear deal with Iran if elected. Trump, on the other hand, withdrew the U.S. from the Iran nuclear agreement in 2018, citing it as “disastrous” and a great embarrassment.

**Threat of Iran**: Both Harris and Trump have identified Iran as a destabilizing force in the Middle East and a threat to American interests. Harris has backed Biden’s decision to shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel, emphasizing the need to defend U.S. forces and interests against Iran and its proxies.

**Accusations and Allegations**: Trump has accused Iran of exporting terror worldwide and hinted at potential connections to assassination attempts against him. However, there is no concrete evidence linking Iran to such attempts. Furthermore, Iran has been accused of interfering in the U.S. presidential election, with the Justice Department charging three Iranian hackers for targeting members of Trump’s campaign.

As tensions continue to escalate in the region and with the upcoming presidential election, the stance and actions of the candidates regarding Israel and Iran will play a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.