AbbVie Commits $100 Billion to U.S. Investment in Drug Pricing Deal With Trump Administration 
Who Is Li Chenggang? The Diplomat Shaping U.S.-China Trade Talks 
Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Criminal Probe Into Fed Chair Jerome Powell 
ICJ to Hear Landmark Genocide Case Against Myanmar Over Rohingya Crisis 
South Korea Investigates Alleged Civilian Drone Flights Into North Korean Airspace 
Trump Tightens Pressure on Cuba as Venezuelan Oil Supplies Halt 
U.S. Prosecutors Investigate Fed Chair Jerome Powell Over Headquarters Renovation 
Australian Arts Festival Faces Author Boycott Amid Free Speech and Antisemitism Debate 
NYC Nurses Strike Shuts Down 10 Private Hospitals as 15,000 Demand Safer Staffing and Benefits 
Russian Missile Attacks Hit Kyiv and Kharkiv, Causing Casualties 
Jerome Powell Says Trump Administration Threatened Criminal Charges Over Fed Testimony 
Trump Reignites Greenland Takeover Claims, Citing U.S. Security and NATO Tensions 
Trump Weighs Blocking Exxon Investment as Venezuela Deemed “Uninvestable” 
Trump Pushes Tech Giants to Absorb AI Data Center Power Costs, Citing Microsoft Changes 
Trump Weighs Military and Diplomatic Options as Protests Intensify in Iran 
Zelenskiy Urges Global Support for Iranian Protests Amid Rising Tensions With Russia 
Jimmy Lai Faces Sentencing as Hong Kong Security Trial Nears Conclusion 
A recent survey by the Napolitan Institute indicates that 54% of Americans believe President-elect Donald Trump's administration will bring an end to conflicts in the Middle East.
This optimism follows Trump's electoral victory and reflects public confidence in his potential to address longstanding regional disputes.
Public Perception of Middle East Peace Prospects
The poll, conducted between December 18 and 19, surveyed 1,000 voters nationwide. Results show that 54% anticipate a de-escalation of Middle Eastern conflicts under Trump's leadership. Conversely, 30% doubt such an outcome, and 16% remain uncertain.
This sentiment emerges amid ongoing tensions, notably the Israel-Hamas conflict that escalated in October 2023 following a surprise attack by Hamas resulting in significant casualties. The poll also reveals that 51% of respondents perceive Trump as supportive of Israel, while only 5% believe he favors the Palestinians. A notable 30% are unsure of his stance.
Implications for U.S. Foreign Policy
Trump's previous tenure saw initiatives like the Abraham Accords, aiming to normalize relations between Israel and several Arab nations. Supporters argue that his return could further such diplomatic efforts, potentially stabilizing the region. Critics, however, caution that unilateral actions might exacerbate existing tensions.
The poll also touches on perceptions of the United Nations' role in the region. Amid allegations of U.N. agencies indirectly supporting groups like Hamas, 41% of respondents advocate for the U.S. to reconsider its U.N. membership if such support is confirmed. This underscores the complexity of international involvement in Middle Eastern affairs.
Diverse Public Reactions
The survey's findings have sparked varied reactions across social media platforms.
@PeaceInOurTime: "Finally, a leader who can bring lasting peace to the Middle East. #Trump2024" @SkepticalSam: "I'll believe it when I see it. The Middle East is a complex puzzle."
@HistoryBuff82: "Remember the promises made last time? Let's not get our hopes up too high." @DiplomatJane: "Diplomacy is key. Hope Trump's approach considers all facets of the conflict."
@CautiousOptimist: "Encouraging poll results, but actions speak louder than words. Time will tell." @GlobalCitizen: "Peace in the Middle East requires more than just U.S. intervention. It's a collective effort."
