Arab Leaders Condemn Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Israel

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Isabel KershnerFebruary 22, 2026 at 04:26 PM

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U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee sparked controversy after suggesting in a podcast interview that it "would be fine" if Israel controlled lands from Egypt to Iraq. The remarks, made during an interview with Tucker Carlson, referenced biblical claims about the land promised to Abraham's descendants. Huckabee later qualified the comments, and the U.S. Embassy claimed they were taken out of context. However, Arab and Islamic countries, including Saudi Arabia and Jordan, strongly condemned the ambassador's statements. They viewed them as irresponsible, provocative, and a violation of international law and diplomatic norms. The League of Arab States also criticized the remarks, stating they contradicted U.S. policy and served to inflame tensions.

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U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem 30% U.S. State Department 40% League of Arab States 40% Jordan 40% Saudi Arabia 50% Iraq ×260% United States ×260% Egypt ×260% Middle East ×270% Tucker Carlson ×370% Israel ×680% Mike Huckabee ×790%

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israeli control 90% u.s. ambassador to israel 80% arab leaders 70% middle east 70% condemnation 60% biblical land 50% international law 50% political remarks 40%

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Center-Left (-0.30)

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Israel

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