Trump’s Envoy Meets Palestinian Authority Advisor in Saudi Arabia
Steve Witkoff, the envoy of former U.S. President Donald Trump to the Middle East, met on Tuesday in Riyadh with Hussein al-Sheikh, a senior advisor to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.
Key Details:
• The meeting, organized through Saudi mediation, marks the first interaction between the Trump administration and the Palestinian Authority since the U.S. elections.
• The discussion focused on U.S.-Palestinian relations and Trump’s peace plans for the Middle East.
Background:
• Trump’s previous presidency saw a freeze in relations with the Palestinian Authority, particularly following the decision to move the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem.
• Communications were recently renewed after Trump’s re-election, with a commitment to advancing peace as part of a broader agreement involving Saudi Arabia and Israel.
The Bigger Picture:
• Saudi Arabia played a key role in facilitating the meeting, aimed at advancing regional peace efforts, including a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and a roadmap for a future Palestinian state.
• Witkoff’s visit to Riyadh is part of a broader tour that includes stops in Israel and Gaza to assess peace initiatives.
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