On Monday the new US embassy opened in Jerusalem, Israel. Trump made the decision to move the embassy earlier this year, after recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capitol. This was a slap in the face of Palestinians, but worse is that this disruption seems to have no clear goal. There's no follow-up, no renewed talks, no international diplomacy and once again no clear policy. Why cause such disruption, knowing it'll stir up violence in the area?
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