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Trump's Middle East Appointments: Huckabee, Witkoff, and Rubio

Analysis of Donald Trump's appointments of Mike Huckabee as US Ambassador to Israel, Steve Witkoff as US Special Envoy to the Middle East, and Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, and their implications for US foreign policy in the Middle East.

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What controversial statement did Mike Huckabee make regarding the West Bank?: Mike Huckabee, Trump's nominee for US Ambassador to Israel, previously stated that 'there is no such thing as the West Bank'. This statement, made in 2017, has resurfaced following his nomination.
What is the international legal status of Israeli settlements in the West Bank?: International law considers Israeli settlements in the West Bank and East Jerusalem illegal. The construction of these settlements and their impact on Palestinians are major points of conflict.
What is the significance of the land appropriation figures released by Peace Now?: Peace Now reports that 2024 saw the highest amount of land appropriation by Israel in the West Bank, totaling 23,700 dunams. This is a significant concern for international observers.
What is Steve Witkoff's connection to Donald Trump and what is his stance on Israel?: Steve Witkoff, a real estate developer and Trump's nominee for US Special Envoy to the Middle East, actively fundraised for Trump's campaign and has expressed strong support for Israel.
What is Marco Rubio's stance on Hamas and Israel, and how might his appointment affect US foreign policy?: Marco Rubio, nominated as Secretary of State, is a strong supporter of Israel and has strongly condemned Hamas, advocating for a firm stance against the group and its actions.

Jan 18, 19:08

Trump Ally Secures Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Steve Witkoff, a New York real estate developer and close Trump friend with no foreign policy experience, secured a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas by directly contacting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu just days before Donald Trump's inauguration, despite initial resistance due to the Jewish Sabbath.

Jan 5, 13:06

Rosen's Senate Appointment Bolsters US Support for Israel

Senator Jacky Rosen's appointment to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, announced Thursday by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, is expected to strengthen US support for Israel amid its conflict with Hamas, counteracting the stance of other committee Democrats who previously voted to restrict weapon transfers to Israel.

Jan 4, 19:08

Israel Weighs Limiting Gaza Aid Amidst Ongoing Conflict and Incoming Trump Administration

Israel is considering limiting humanitarian aid to Gaza after Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration to counter Hamas's resource acquisition; this decision risks exacerbating the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where only 2,205 aid trucks entered in December according to OCHA, compared to over 5,000 reported by COGAT, while 91% of Gaza's population faces severe food insecurity.

Jan 4, 19:08

Israel Weighs Limiting Gaza Aid, Risking Worsening Humanitarian Crisis

Israel is considering limiting humanitarian aid to Gaza after Donald Trump's inauguration to curb Hamas resources, risking a worsening humanitarian crisis in the already besieged territory where 91% of its 2.1 million residents face acute food insecurity.