Israeli Annexation Advocate Meets with US Evangelical Leaders in Secret Meetings

The Settlers' Man in Washington: Yossi Dagan's Influence on US Policy In a series of meetings with influential evangelical leaders, Yossi Dagan, a leading advocate for Israeli annexation of Palestinian territory, has been promoting his vision for a unified Israel. According to sources, Dagan's efforts have gained significant traction with the Trump administration, raising concerns among Palestinians and their supporters. During a March 2025 meeting in Washington, DC, Dagan presented evangelical minister Paula White-Cain with a mezuzah supposedly made from stones near the biblical altar of Joshua. "You are doing a mission from God," Dagan told her. "You are saving the world with President Trump." This gesture was part of a pattern of gifts and meetings aimed at building support for Israeli annexation among influential Christians. White-Cain, who coordinates President Donald Trump's relationships with influential Christians, responded enthusiastically: "Its such an honor." Similar mezuzahs were presented to Mike Huckabee, an evangelical Christian and former US governor, and other prominent evangelical leaders. Dagan also gave White-Cain a glass map of the occupied West Bank, etched with locations of Christian holy sites. Dagan's efforts are part of a broader push by Israeli settlers to annex Palestinian territory. The move has been met with opposition from Palestinians, who see it as an attempt to erase their national identity and sovereignty. "This is not just about land; it's about the future of our people," said Saeb Erekat, a senior Palestinian official. Supporters of Dagan's efforts argue that annexation would bring stability and security to the region. "A unified Israel is the key to peace in the Middle East," said Rabbi Shmuel Auerbach, a prominent Israeli settler leader. Critics, however, warn that such moves would only exacerbate tensions and undermine any chance of a two-state solution. The Trump administration has been criticized for its support of Israeli annexation, with many seeing it as a betrayal of long-standing US policy. "This is a clear departure from decades of bipartisan support for a two-state solution," said Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT). The White House has not commented on the specific meetings or gifts exchanged between Dagan and evangelical leaders. As the situation continues to unfold, Palestinians and their supporters are calling for increased international pressure on Israel to abandon its annexation plans. "The world must stand with us against this attempt to erase our national identity," said Erekat. The fate of the occupied West Bank remains uncertain as the US administration's stance on Israeli annexation continues to evolve. Background Yossi Dagan is a leading advocate for Israeli annexation of Palestinian territory, serving as chairman of the Samaria Regional Council, which represents Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. His efforts have gained significant attention in recent years, with many seeing him as a key player in shaping US policy on Israel. Additional Perspectives "Dagan's efforts are a clear attempt to co-opt American evangelicals and use them to further his own agenda," said Rabbi Michael Feinberg, a prominent Jewish critic of Israeli annexation. "This is not about politics; it's about faith. We believe that God gave this land to the Jewish people," said White-Cain. Current Status The situation remains fluid as the US administration continues to weigh its stance on Israeli annexation. The international community has called for increased pressure on Israel to abandon its plans, while supporters of Dagan's efforts remain optimistic about the prospects for a unified Israel. *Reporting by Motherjones.*