The President's Daily Brief PDB Situation Report | November 9th, 2024: Trump’s Big Plans For The Middle East & A Shift In Ukraine Policy
Nov 9, 2024
Richard Goldberg, a senior advisor at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies and former National Security Council director, discusses the anticipated shifts in U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East under Donald Trump's leadership, examining new approaches towards Iran and Israel. George Barros, Russia Team leader at the Institute for the Study of War, analyzes how a Trump presidency might reshape U.S. support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict, emphasizing the importance of maintaining defense capabilities against Russian aggression.
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Middle East Policy Reset
- Trump's victory signals big foreign policy changes, especially in the Middle East.
- He's expected to reset U.S. relations with Israel and Iran.
Challenges and Opportunities
- Richard Goldberg believes Trump's return will create both challenges and opportunities.
- Iran's nuclear program advancement and regional conflicts are key challenges.
Iranian Belligerence
- The Iranian regime's belligerence, including assassination threats against Trump, complicates regional stability.
- A long-term solution requires addressing the regime's fundamental beliefs.