A view of the Israeli settlement Shilo near the Palestinian town of Turmus Ayya near Ramallah, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.

Trump’s return has reignited Israeli settlers’ ambitions for dominance over the West Bank

Following a significant increase in Israeli settlement activities, certain settler proponents in the occupied West Bank are turning to Donald Trump to realize their aspiration of asserting sovereignty over the region, which Palestinians view as central to their future state. Since Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu returned to power leading a far-right nationalist coalition two years ago, the West Bank has experienced a dramatic expansion of … Continue reading Trump’s return has reignited Israeli settlers’ ambitions for dominance over the West Bank

What can we expect from Trump’s second term?

The phrase “When America sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold” illustrates the significant impact of the American economy on global markets, a concept that extends to foreign policy during the Trump administration. As President-elect, Donald Trump possesses a strong electoral mandate that empowers him to pursue his “America First” agenda once he assumes office. Global leaders are now strategizing on the potential … Continue reading What can we expect from Trump’s second term?

Mike Huckabee speaks as Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump looks at him during a campaign event at the Drexelbrook Catering and Event Center, in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, U.S.

What have Trump administration nominees said about Israel and its conflicts?

In the closing weeks of the 2024 United States presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump reached out to Arab American and Muslim voters who were upset by the nation’s backing of Israel‘s military actions in Gaza and Lebanon. Trump made a stop in Dearborn, Michigan, often referred to as the “capital” of Arab America, where he addressed Lebanese Americans concerned about their relatives abroad. “During … Continue reading What have Trump administration nominees said about Israel and its conflicts?

Trump’s pro-Israel cabinet choices have upset his Muslim voter base

U.S. Muslim leaders who previously backed Republican Donald Trump in response to the Biden administration’s support for Israel‘s actions in Gaza and Lebanon have expressed significant disappointment with his recent cabinet selections, according to Reuters. “Trump’s victory was partly due to our support, and we are dissatisfied with his choice for Secretary of State and other appointments,” stated Rabiul Chowdhury, a Philadelphia investor and co-founder … Continue reading Trump’s pro-Israel cabinet choices have upset his Muslim voter base