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Rubio to Dissolve Palestinian Office, Restore Unified Mission

5/6/2025

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to dissolve the Office of Palestinian Affairs, restoring a unified U.S. diplomatic mission in Jerusalem. This significant shift echoes Trump-era policies and seeks to bolster relations with Israel. However, critics warn that this decision could further strain U.S.-Israel ties, which they believe were already weakened under the Biden administration.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to dissolve the Office of Palestinian Affairs, restoring a unified U.S. diplomatic mission in Jerusalem. This significant shift echoes Trump-era policies and seeks to bolster relations with Israel. However, critics warn that this decision could further strain U.S.-Israel ties, which they believe were already weakened under the Biden administration.