Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, reiterates his commitment to “redraw” the Middle East when he travels to the US for talks with Trump.
Netanyahu, the first leader of the world to meet with President Donald Trump during his second term, is currently in the United States.
After the pause in fighting in Gaza, Netanyahu believes working with the US president will enable him to further alter the Middle East.
Israel has increased attacks on refugee camps in the occupied West Bank after agreeing to a ceasefire with Hamas.
According to the Israeli army, the operation was launched to “prevent the development of terrorist infrastructure.”
Experts warn that more Palestinian territory will be annexed by the military raids.
Is Trump’s resumption of office a bulwark for Netanyahu’s efforts to achieve his vision of a “Greater Israel”?
What does the future of Palestinians in the West Bank look like?
Presenter:
James Bays
Guests:
Stephen Zunes, professor of politics, University of San Francisco
Mairav Zonszein, senior Israel analyst, International Crisis Group
Xavier Abu Eid, former senior adviser, Palestine Liberation Organization
Source: Aljazeera
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