Amidst celebrating a significant diplomatic achievement between Israel and Hamas, the President also emphasized financial matters.
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The Washington Roundtable delves into the delicate Israel-Hamas truce and the unpredictable future, exploring how the Trump family’s business ventures in the Middle East might be influencing U.S. foreign policy. The discussion highlights financial ties between Qatar, the U.A.E., and Jared Kushner’s private-equity firm, examining the blend of personal gain and international negotiations in the President’s strategy. “The common view of Trump is that he’s a deal-focused President,” says staff writer Evan Osnos. “He’s essentially making that the core of diplomatic talks.”
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