GOP Election Enthusiasm, Netanyahu Addresses U.S. Congress, Cyprus 50 Years After Invasion, and More
Jul 18, 2024
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Middle East expert Steven Cook discusses GOP's VP pick JD Vance, Netanyahu's address to Congress, Cyprus' 50 years post-invasion, and Nepal's PM Oli's fourth term. Topics include foreign policy views, Erdogan-Mitsitakis dynamics, Nepal's political challenges, and upcoming global events.
JD Vance's alignment with Trump's populist agenda signals a shift in traditional Republican internationalism.
Netanyahu's address to Congress heightens tension over Israel's self-defense stance and complicates diplomatic negotiations.
Deep dives
Republican Presidential Candidate and VP Pick at the GOP Convention
Donald Trump's Republican presidential campaign gains momentum as his party backs him vigorously at the Republican National Convention. His VP pick, JD Vance, aligns with Trump's populist messages on trade, immigration, and US alliances. The international community is bewildered by these developments, signaling a departure from traditional Republican internationalism.
Israel's Prime Minister and Political Tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to the US Congress sparks tension amid growing animosity over the Gaza War. As Netanyahu aims to assert Israel's right to self-defense, concerns mount over the volatile situation in the region. The delicate balance between Israeli interests and international relationships adds complexity to the ongoing diplomatic negotiations.
Tensions in Cyprus 50 Years After Turkish Invasion
The 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion that divided Cyprus prompts increased military presence and border incidents. The UN peacekeeping mission reports a surge in buffer zone breaches, risking a potential conflict. The unresolved dispute between Greek and Turkish Cypriots, exacerbated by geopolitical influences, underscores the fragile peace in the region.
The world reacts to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the selection of Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as former President Donald Trump’s running mate; Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint session of Congress; Cyprus marks fifty years since the Turkish invasion that left the country still split in two; and Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli begins his fourth term in office.