The Daily
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
May 23, 2017
Peter Baker, traveling with the president, discusses Trump's message to Israel. Matthew Rosenberg reports on Michael Flynn's ongoing saga. Topics include Arab-Israeli peace efforts, complexities of Middle East peacemaking, dispute downplay, basketball sneakers, Flynn's security clearance investigation, and updates on the Manchester terrorist attack.
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- President Trump's outside-in approach aims to leverage better relationships with Arab neighbors to pressure the Palestinians into peace negotiations.
- Former national security adviser Michael Flynn's refusal to comply with a Senate subpoena raises concerns about his willingness to participate in investigations and potential desire for immunity.
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President Trump's Peace Talks in the Middle East
During President Trump's visit to Israel, he emphasized the importance of making peace with the Palestinians if Israel wants to foster better relationships with its Arab neighbors. Trump's outside-in approach aims to get the Arab countries on board with recognizing Israel as a means of pressuring the Palestinians to engage in peace negotiations. This shift in perspective demonstrates a willingness to understand the needs and requirements of the various parties involved. While the success of these peace talks remains uncertain, Trump's efforts mark a unique approach to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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