US midterm results spark fears in Israel over future of two countries' ties

The question plaguing Israelis now is what this means for Israel's security and influence.

The sense of staunch US military and diplomatic support had remained unshaken in Israel despite growing anger among US voters, President Donald Trump's public insults to Netanyahu, and differences over Israel's actions in Iran and Lebanon.

Israel's prime minister continually boasted of his closeness to Trump, describing his "true friendship" and "unwavering support".

And just nine months ago, Israelis watched their armed forces wage war on Iran hand in hand with the US military, as the "unprecedented" coordination of the two allies became a daily mantra among military spokespeople and politicians.