Trump, Israel and Regional Backlash: Understanding Anti-Americanism in the Middle East

America is a mixed bag for Arabs. Its culture and institutions are respected, but its policies in the Middle East, especially its unwavering support for Israel, are widely despised. In this webinar, Professor Mustapha Kamel Al-Sayyid will examine these contradictions, drawing on public opinion surveys from across the region to show how Arab societies balance admiration with resentment. The talk will highlight the gap between popular sentiment and government policy and explore what these tensions mean for the future of US–Arab relations.