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Washington Post’s David Ignatius Mysteriously Sees “Significant Progress” in Stabilizing Three Dangerous Wars

Ignatius’ most recent column appeared several days after last week’s election, but there is no speculation regarding the difference Trump’s return to the White House would make.  Trump’s first term featured his support for numerous Israeli positions, including moving the capital to Jerusalem, recognition of the Golan Heights as part of Israeli sovereignty, and encouraging additional (illegal) settlements on the West Bank.  Trump’s second term will be preoccupied with a worsening Israeli-Palestinian situation as well as the possibility of a wider conflict between Israel and Iran. 

 The New York Times Places Israel In A “Better Strategic Position”

In addition to the unpredictable scenarios that Israel is facing on all of its borders, the country has become an international pariah as a result of its genocidal campaign in Gaza.  Only the United States fully supports Israeli policy, and there are signs that the United States is prepared to reconsider its full-scale military support for Israel. 

Containing the National Security State

Containing the National Security State