The 'Moving of US Embassy to Jerusalem' refers to a significant US foreign policy decision and diplomatic action taken during the administration of President Donald Trump. On December 6, 2017, Trump announced the recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, reversing decades of US policy that had deferred the status of Jerusalem in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians. This move fulfilled a long-standing promise by several US presidents but was controversial due to its potential to inflame the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The actual relocation of the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem occurred on May 14, 2018, coinciding with the 70th anniversary of Israel's founding and the opening ceremony attended by Trump via video and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The decision was driven by domestic political pressures, including support from evangelical Christian groups and pro-Israel lobbies in the US, as well as Trump's campaign promises. It marked a shift in US Middle East policy, prioritizing bilateral relations with Israel over multilateral efforts. The move drew widespread international criticism, with many countries viewing it as undermining the two-state solution and the status quo on Jerusalem's holy sites. Protests erupted in Gaza and the West Bank, leading to violent clashes. Despite the relocation, the US maintained consulates in other areas, and the policy has been upheld by subsequent administrations, though with ongoing debates about its implications for peace processes.

This policy action is emblematic of influence networks involving US political donors, religious organizations, and foreign policy think tanks advocating for stronger US-Israel ties. It has been linked to funding from pro-Israel PACs and evangelical networks, highlighting intersections of religion, politics, and diplomacy in shaping US foreign affairs.