Now for a look at stories making headlines around the world…and we start with a historic
shift in U.S. foreign policy.
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States now recognizes Jerusalem
as Israel's capital.
For a closer look let's turn to our Ro Aram…
Aram…
Israel is naturally delighted with the move, but it's already facing a strong backlash
from others….
That's right Semin…
Wednesday's announcement by President Trump abruptly reversed decades of U.S. policy.
It also defied warnings from several leaders from western nations and the Middle East that
the gesture could further drive a wedge between Israel and the Palestinians.
(English) AP 4129430 / 2 "I have determined that it is time to officially
recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
While previous presidents have made this a major campaign promise they failed to deliver.
Today, I am delivering.
I've judged this course of action to be in the best interests of the United States of
America and the pursuit of peace between Israel and the Palestinians."
Trump also said his administration would begin a process of moving the U.S. embassy in Tel
Aviv to Jerusalem, which is expected to take years.
In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his nation was "profoundly grateful"
and Trump's announcement was an "important step toward peace."
However, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said the U.S. shift "is a declaration of withdrawal
from the role it has played in the peace process."
He also warned of "dangerous consequences".
In Gaza, hundreds of Palestinian protesters burned American and Israeli flags and waved
banners proclaiming Jerusalem as their "eternal capital," language that Israelis use as well.
Even America's closest allies in Europe, including Germany and France, questioned the wisdom
of Trump's departure from Washington's long-standing neutral position over the sovereignty of the
city.
Jerusalem is home to sites sacred to Muslims, Jews and Christians and its status is one
of the thorniest obstacles to reaching a peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians.
The international community does not recognize Israeli sovereignty over the entire city,
believing its status should be resolved through negotiations.
The U.S. would be only country to move its embassy away Tel Aviv.
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