United States' Recognition of Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel

On December 6, 2017, President Donald Trump issued Proclamation 9683, a pivotal declaration in the context of U.S.-Israel relations. This proclamation officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and announced the relocation of the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. This decision was significant as it marked a departure from decades of U.S. foreign policy, which had maintained a neutral stance on the status of Jerusalem, a city of profound importance to both Israelis and Palestinians. The proclamation was published in the Federal Register and elicited a wide range of international reactions. Supporters hailed it as a long-overdue acknowledgment of Israel's sovereignty over its capital, while critics condemned it as a provocative move that could exacerbate tensions in the already volatile Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The decision underscored the United States' commitment to Israel, but it also raised concerns about its implications for the peace process, as it was seen as undermining the prospects for a two-state solution. The proclamation and subsequent embassy relocation have continued to influence diplomatic relations and discussions surrounding peace in the region.