Janice R. Andrews
Former President Donald Trump asserted in a dramatic declaration on Friday that if he loses the election in November, there may be a major confrontation in the Middle East and maybe a “third world war.” The statement was made at Trump’s Florida resort, Mar-a-Lago, during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu had earlier that day met at the White House with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
“It will be extremely easy if we win. At the beginning of his discussion with Netanyahu, Trump gave reporters the assurance that everything will work out—and very fast. “There will be significant conflicts in the Middle East and maybe a third global war if we don’t act. Right now, more than at any other point since the Second World War, a third world war is imminent. Our country is being managed by inept individuals, so you’ve never been so close.
Trump has frequently expressed worries about instability around the world, bringing up the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. If he doesn’t win back the White House, he has a history of making awful forecasts, such a major market meltdown.
Congress Held Amid Campaign Unrest
There is a lot of turmoil in the presidential contest at the time of the meeting with Netanyahu. On Sunday, President Biden declared his intention to not run for reelection, supporting Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. Within her party, Harris has quickly gained traction, securing her place as the front-runner for the November race.
Harris characterized her conversation with Netanyahu during their separate meeting as “frank and constructive.” She expressed grave worry about the humanitarian situation in Gaza while reiterating Israel’s right to self-defense. Following the meeting, she told reporters, “We have serious concerns about the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza.”
Trump’s Support for Israel and His Relationship with Netanyahu
During his meeting on Friday, Trump made an effort to underline his unwavering support for Israel in spite of the occasional criticism, especially in the wake of the October 7 assault on Israel and the ensuing crisis in Gaza. He emphasized significant choices made under his administration, such the relocation of the American embassy to Jerusalem and the US withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear Deal when sanctions were in place against Iran.
We’ve gotten along well together. “I was the best president to Israel that there has ever been,” Trump said.
In the meanwhile, the Biden administration is still hopeful about a possible truce and the release of Hamas hostages. Trump, however, voiced doubt, describing the state of affairs as “not acceptable” and raising concerns about the welfare of those who remain in custody. “They cannot possibly be in good condition; they must be returned right away,” he urged.
Consequences for American Foreign Policy
The former president’s efforts to project himself as a fervent friend of Israel are highlighted by his remarks and his meeting with Netanyahu. His threats of a third global war highlight his criticism of the way the present government has handled foreign policy.
Trump’s remarks are sure to spark further discussion about the United States’ involvement in international wars and the tactics required to preserve peace in the Middle East and elsewhere as the November election draws near. Now that Harris is the front-runner for the Democratic nomination, both supporters and detractors will be closely examining her ideas and reactions to global issues.
