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Former Chicago Mayor and Obama White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel called for the U.S. to end unconditional support for Israel on Wednesday.

Speaking at Tel Aviv University, the potential 2028 presidential contender took aim at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying his government has "led Israel to a dead end."

Emanuel, a longtime defender of Israel, also warned that the country had become a "regional pariah who sees enemies everywhere," saying Israel is "more diplomatically and politically isolated than ever before."

Emanuel pushed for a 23 state solution involving Israel, the Palestinians and the 21 Arab League nations. His comments reflect growing unease among Democrats about U.S. ties to Israel, with a recent survey finding that nearly 6 in 10 feel the U.S. is "too supportive."

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