Obama’s ME visit and its repercussion
Yuba Nath Lamsal American President Barak Obama paid a whirlwind visit to Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Jordan, right at the beginning of his second term in office. This trip is viewed by many as an important initiative by Washington to bring about peace, harmony and stability in the world’s most conflict-ridden region. However, Obama’s remarks during his trip to Israel, Jordan and Palestine Authority need to be carefully analysed whether Washington is genuinely interested to restore peace and stability in the region or it simply wants to benefit from the prolonged conflict. As the only superpower, the United States has definitely an important role and responsibility not only in the Middle East but also in the entire world. Given the past tract record, Washington’s role in the Middle East is subject to criticism. The US policy in the in the Middle East is viewed by many as more pro-Zionist than supportive to peace in the region. Some even accuse Washington of i