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Trump's Election Spurs Israeli Settlers' Push for West Bank Sovereignty and Gaza Annexation with Huckabee as Ambassador

Nov 23, 2024, 12:15 PM

The recent election of Donald Trump as president has reignited ambitions among Israeli settlers for full sovereignty over the occupied West Bank. With Trump appointing Mike Huckabee as U.S. ambassador to Israel, there are concerns that Huckabee will advocate for the annexation of both Gaza and the West Bank, further intensifying the ongoing conflict. Huckabee's stance includes denying the occupation of the West Bank, which aligns with the aspirations of far-right Israeli politicians who are expected to be emboldened under Trump's administration. The potential for increased settlement activity and annexation efforts raises questions about the future of Israel's relations with neighboring countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, amid the backdrop of the Abraham Accords.