If a ‘Trump doctrine’ ever emerges, it will be reflected in the implementation of The Donald’s election manifesto, supported by hawkish officials like national security advisor John Bolton. It will be seen to include the robust promotion of Israeli interests, substantial efforts to keep close to big-spending economies like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and its regional policy will be seen to hinge on containing – and potentially eradicating – Iran’s Islamic regime.
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