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Donald Trump and Jerusalem: ‘I Don’t See Potential Upsides’ – Richard Haass

Donald Trump and Jerusalem: ‘I Don’t See Potential Upsides’

Richard Haass, 66, is a former U.S. diplomat and current director of the Council on Foreign Relations. He says that the timing of President Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as the true capital of Israel is troubling and potentially dangerous.

Interview Conducted by Samiha Shafy | Der Spiegel

DER  SPIEGEL: U.S. President Donald Trump has been heavily criticized for his recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and decision to move the U.S.A. Embassy to the city. The United Nations, Arab leaders and even the Pope are opposed to the move. Why is it so controversial, and so significant?      Continue reading

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