Netanyahu Says Israel Should Phase Out US Aid Over Decade

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on the Patriots program that Israel should begin a 10-year phaseout of American aid, saying he appreciates the assistance but wants Israel to finance itself as its economy nears $1 trillion. He said the process can begin in the coming year, matching a previously stated decade-long target for drawing U.S. financial support down to zero. Strategic self-reliance should strengthen, not weaken, the U.S.-Israel alliance: Israel can stand on its own while cooperating with America against Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah.