RANE Podcast Series U.S.-Middle East Relations under a Second Trump Term
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Dec 20, 2024 Kristin Ronzi, a Middle East and North Africa Analyst at RANE, sheds light on the geopolitical landscape under a potential second Trump term. She discusses the implications of U.S. support for Israeli annexations in the West Bank and the evolving dynamics of U.S.-Saudi and U.S.-Turkey relations. Ronzi delves into how Trump's policies may influence regional stability and the complex interplay of alliances amidst rising tensions, including Turkey's stance on Hamas and its economic challenges. Her insights provide a comprehensive view of future international relations in the Middle East.
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Pro-Israel Nominees
- Trump's nominees for Middle Eastern diplomacy signal a pro-Israel stance, potentially influencing regional conflicts.
- These nominees, while supportive of Israel, may lack extensive backgrounds in broader regional affairs.
West Bank Annexation
- Israel's far-right views Trump's victory as advantageous for their interests, particularly regarding West Bank settlements.
- While Trump is pro-Israel, his support for annexation might be conditional, possibly tied to a broader deal like the 2020 proposal.
US-Saudi Relations
- Trump maintains close ties with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), with potential business interests involved.
- A key question is the normalization of relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, influenced by Saudi Arabia's focus on Palestinian statehood.