“Even if Trump wins aid to Ukraine, the Europeans must spend more” – Corriere.it

From our correspondent
Cernobbio – News: “Early next year, the Saudis could recognize Israel.” Tranquility: “If Trump wins the election, the United States will continue to support UkraineL. And finally, a warning: “With Trump, NATO will become stronger, but European countries will have to spend more to contribute to common defense.” Lindsey Graham68 years old He is one of the most influential senators in America. For a long time he worked in Congress alongside John McCain. Then he endorsed Trump, whom he says he “spent a lot of time with.” South Carolina Senator speaking to courierThis was on the sidelines of the “TIHA” forum organized by the European House of Ambrosetti in Cernobbio.

Let’s start with the news. Can you confirm the rumors of a comprehensive agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia?
“We have a good chance of reaching an agreement in early 2024. And the Saudis are asking us to commit to mutual defense, nuclear technology for civilian use, and a series of economic agreements. These are all things we can do. And Biden can count on broad consensus in the Senate: there are 67 votes in favor. on a bipartisan basis (out of 100, Mr. Dr). In return, Saudi Arabia recognizes Israel. A historic turning point that will change the Middle East forever.

And the Palestinians?
“They must also participate in the agreement.”

how? The solution of coexistence between the “two states”, Palestine and Israel, does not seem practical.
”Yes, it’s complicated. But the Saudis will guarantee many other Palestinian demands. It is still a matter of negotiation.”

The CIA accuses Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman of being behind the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
“Look, I too was very critical at the time. But the challenge today is to get Saudi Arabia to change. I’ve been there a few times over the past few months. They’re making progress. A woman can drive and go out without a man. It’s the way to go.” He should be encouraged…».

Road paved with petrodollars, right?
“Saudi Arabia is investing a trillion dollars on a plate of gold. They can only really change the country and the Middle East with the help of the West, not just the Americans. Trump understood that.”

So here we are with Trump. Will he win the November 2024 elections?
“I’m looking at the polls. I think it’s going to be a very close race, really. 50% odds.”

But Trump risks going to jail for trying to overturn the election result.
He added, “It is unlikely that the trials will take place before the elections, and in any case, the majority of Republicans believe that these investigations are politically motivated.”

Can you believe that too?
“Well, the judges of the court here are liberal…”

On January 6, 2021, I was inside Congress when the Trumpists stormed it…
“Whoever does that should go to jail.” There is no doubt. But Trump had no direct role.

We’ll see how the trials turn out. Let’s imagine Trump in the Oval Office again. Will he cut military aid to Ukraine?
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