The Globalist Netanyahu goes to Washington
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Feb 3, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Julie Norman, a Senior Associate Fellow on the Middle East Programme at the Royal United Services Institute, and security analyst Maria Avdiva provide sharp insights into recent geopolitics. They analyze Netanyahu's pivotal meeting with Trump and its implications for the Middle East, alongside the ongoing strategic battle for Pokrovsk in Ukraine. The duo also highlights the evolving dynamics of support from Europe amidst rising tensions, illustrating the intricate web of international relations at play.
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Netanyahu Visit's Significance
- Netanyahu's visit signifies Trump's foreign policy direction, focusing on the Middle East's realignment.
- This includes quelling Hezbollah, capitalizing on Assad's fall, and further action against Iran.
Netanyahu's Middle East Vision
- Netanyahu aims to redraw the Middle East, focusing on regional realignment and a potential normalization deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel.
- These will likely be key discussion points during his visit.
Key Priorities for Netanyahu and Trump
- Netanyahu's priorities include intensifying control in the West Bank and pressuring a weakened Iran.
- Trump prioritizes a normalization deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia, building on the Abraham Accords.