24 hours with Trump on diplomatic tornado through Middle East

The article discusses US President Donald Trump's one-day diplomatic trip through the Middle East. The trip was characterized as a "victory lap" rather than an in-depth diplomatic exercise. During the visit, Trump met with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the Palestinian Authority. The primary focus was on reaffirming alliances and reinforcing the US's commitment to the region. Notably, Trump's visit did not delve into specific policy details or plans for resolving longstanding regional conflicts. Instead, the trip was seen as an opportunity for Trump to assert his influence and project an image of American leadership on the global stage. The article suggests that the visit lacked substantive engagement and was more focused on the optics of diplomacy than concrete outcomes. It highlights the challenges facing the Trump administration in navigating the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.