Many in Ramallah argue things cannot get any worse but some say US result could add unpredictability to despair

Summary

Palestinians in the West Bank are largely pessimistic about Donald Trump’s re-election, viewing it as unlikely to significantly worsen their already dire situation, though some fear it could embolden Israeli actions.

Trump’s support for Israel’s far-right policies, including the potential dismantling of the UN agency Unrwa and backing of Israeli settlements, could deepen economic hardship and escalate violence against Palestinians.

While some Palestinians worry about increased oppression, others see a Trump presidency as a chance to expose brutal realities, possibly sparking stronger resistance.

  • Captain Aggravated@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    7 days ago

    What do you think the election of 2028 was going to look like after Kamala’s term?

    How many "possibly the last ever election"s were the Democrats planning to win in a row? There didn’t seem to be any intention to back away from that precipice.

    • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldMEnglish
      21·
      7 days ago

      What do you think the election of 2028 was going to look like after Kamala’s term?

      I don’t know. But I can tell you what it wouldn’t look like: the last election in Russia.

      It will now.

      Enjoy.