Amid the chaos: A Palestinian reflection on Trump's strategic opportunity for the Mideast - opinion

This moment, for all its pain, suffering, and uncertainty, offers a narrow but strategic opportunity. But only if it is seized with clarity and courage.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shake hands during a meeting in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, April 7, 2025.

(photo credit: REUTERS/KEVIN MOHATT)

ByHIBA QASAS

JULY 9, 2025 12:00

Updated: JULY 10, 2025 02:23

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Amid the chaos: A Palestinian reflection on Trump's strategic opportunity for the Mideast - opinion

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Amid the chaos: A Palestinian reflection on Trump's strategic opportunity for the Mideast - opinion

This moment, for all its pain, suffering, and uncertainty, offers a narrow but strategic opportunity. But only if it is seized with clarity and courage.

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