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The World Next Week

GOP Election Enthusiasm, Netanyahu Addresses U.S. Congress, Cyprus 50 Years After Invasion, and More

Jul 18, 2024
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.
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  • 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.

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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.

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