In a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee made provocative remarks asserting that Israel has a 'biblical right' to a significant territory in the Middle East, rousing intense political reactions in both the U.S. and Israel. Huckabee's claim, which implies that it would be acceptable for Israel to fully seize the land, references a biblical promise made to Abraham, fueling the ongoing discourse regarding territorial rights in the region.

Carlson, known for his critical stance on Israeli policies, quoted a passage from the Old Testament which suggests that God promised Abraham land 'from the wadi of Egypt to the great river, the Euphrates.' According to Carlson's interpretation, this ancient description would encompass not only modern-day Israel but also Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and significant sections of other countries, thereby raising questions about national sovereignty and historical claims in contemporary geopolitics.

The statements made by Huckabee are expected to heighten tensions in an already volatile situation, as they touch upon sensitive historical and religious narratives that many groups in the region contest. The discourse surrounding such assertions could influence both U.S. foreign policy in the region and Israel's national dialogues regarding territorial expansion and its implications for peace efforts with its neighbors.