The President’s Inbox Trump and the Middle East, With Steven A. Cook (Transition 2025, Episode 2)
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Nov 12, 2024 Steven A. Cook, a senior fellow at CFR and expert on Middle Eastern politics, joins to dissect reactions from the region to Trump’s electoral win. He shares insights on how countries like Israel and Saudi Arabia view Trump's return with optimism, while also touching on Iran's muted response. The discussion navigates the evolving U.S.-Egypt relationship and the implications of the Abraham Accords. Cook emphasizes the delicate balance of U.S. foreign policy amid regional tensions and the future of U.S.-Middle East dynamics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reactions from the Middle East to Trump's Presidency
01:50 • 4min
Iran's Perspective on U.S. Elections and Future Negotiations
05:26 • 2min
U.S.-Egypt Relations and Regional Dynamics
06:58 • 10min
Navigating the Abraham Accords
17:03 • 17min
Political Tensions and U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East
33:43 • 3min
