Has Donald Trump abandoned Palestinians?
787 views · Published 30 November 2018 · 19:01 · Indexed 12 October 2026
Channel: The Newsmakers · 2018 · People & Blogs
The US State Department has informed USAID, that 60 percent of its employees will be dismissed as the first step in the shutdown that will be finalized by 2019. The White House says the decision will force Palestinians to the negotiating table, to talk peace with Israel. But could Donald Trump's hardline approach also lead to more poverty and unrest in the region? Guests: Dave Harden Managing director of the Georgetown Strategy Group Jennifer Atala Former senior manager with USAID in Palestine Matthew Brodsky Middle East analyst