Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
After decades of failed negotiations, many argue that little that can be achieved in pursuing Israeli-Palestinian peacemaking right now. Yet parking the conflict or returning to the pre-Trump status quo ante could have serious implications not only for Israelis and Palestinians but also for the region and the United States. How can the U.S. administration do more by doing less and help reverse negative trends that are cementing occupation and inequality, while avoiding previous failed policies that have empowered anti-democratic forces in both Israel and Palestine?
Hamas’ influence may be on the rise, but the movement has yet failed to assume national leadership.
The greatest casualty from President Joe Biden’s recent visit to the Middle East was peace.
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The United States cannot afford to kick the political can down the road until there is a more opportune moment for peacemaking. Palestinians and Israelis have reached a dead end, and the ground is unstable.
Mahmoud Abbas has issued a decree that may emasculate the only authoritative body uniting Palestinians
The only major takeaway is the United States’ diminishing role in the region.
It’s about managing oil prices, bread prices, and strategic partnerships.
Both events also could force Washington to rethink or revive its Middle East partnerships.
As Israel’s president prepares to visit Turkey, the two countries have much to discuss that is mutually beneficial.
The Israeli prime minister visited the United Arab Emirates this week, highlighting a number of current realities.