Thursday, October 1, 2020

US Negotiations with Sudan Stall Re. Recognition of Israel

 The Washington Post published on 30 September 2020 an article titled "US Push for Sudan to Recognize Israel Falters--And Puts Khartoum in a Tight Spot" by Max Bearak and Naba Mohieddin.  

US efforts to convince Sudan to recognize Israel seem to have stalled.  The US linked Sudan's recognition of Israel to removal of Sudan from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism, two completely unrelated issues. Israel offered financial incentives to Sudan, while Sudan asked for more incentives.

None of the parties in this tawdry affair looks good, especially the United States, which is only seeking a domestic political victory for the Trump administration before the 3 November election.