U.S. Recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's Capital, 2017

In December 2017, U.S. President Donald Trump formally recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy. This announcement was met with mixed reactions globally, as Jerusalem holds religious and political significance to both Israelis and Palestinians. The decision was seen as a departure from the previous U.S. position of not recognizing Jerusalem as the capital until the Israeli-Palestinian conflict was resolved. The move sparked protests and condemnation from many countries and international organizations, citing concerns over further destabilizing the region and undermining peace efforts.