In one of the most astounding moves of his presidency, President Trump announced in a speech this morning that the US Embassy will move to Jerusalem in May, to coincide with Israel's 70th birthday! The move will be a temporary move to the current Consulate General's location in the Arnona neighborhood. Plans for a more …
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In mid-January, President Trump announced the United States will withhold $65 million in aid to the United Nations Relief and Welfare Agency (UNRWA). Last Wednesday, the European Union (EU) pledged $52.8 million to the Palestinian relief agency. Among the objectives of the United Nations is to provide humanitarian aid to nations in need. In fact, …
Continue reading EU “Fills the Gap” Left by America’s Decision to Withhold Funds for the PA
The jury is still out on the degree of success of Vice President Pence's visit to the Middle East, but perhaps we are getting a glimpse in statements made by Jordan's King Abdullah at the World Economic Forum in Davos Switzerland. Pence met with King Abdullah a few days ago and that meeting was thought …
Continue reading Jordan’s King Abdullah Speaks Positively about US as Peace Mediator
The prophet Zechariah warns that Jerusalem will eventually become a cup of reeling ("cup of trembling," in some translations). For decades Israelis and Palestinians have fought over Jerusalem and, just weeks ago, President Trump officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Undoubtedly, Jerusalem has been a global hot spot and continues to be today. …
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