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Bahrain  

The King of Bahrain, Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa sent President-elect Trump a cable stressing the importance of the strategic bilateral relationship between the island nation and the United States and conveying 鈥渆agerness鈥� to work with the president-elect 鈥渢o achieve significant benefits for both countries and their peoples while contributing to regional security, peace, and stability,鈥� The Daily Tribune in Bahrain. Bahrain, a longstanding US ally, is home to the US Naval Forces Central Command and the US 5th fleet. It signed a bilateral agreement with the US, 鈥淐omprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA),鈥� to deepen the security umbrella,鈥� in September 2023 and is the Arab state that joined the US-led operations in the Red Sea, Operation Prosperity Guardian, shielding shipping lanes against Houthi attacks.  

Egypt 

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi  his congratulations to President-elect Trump after his re-election, expressing hopes for Trump's success in serving the American people. El-Sisi emphasized Egypt's commitment to advancing peace, maintaining regional stability, and strengthening the strategic partnership between Egypt and the United States. Historically, U.S.-Egypt relations have been  by robust military and economic cooperation. Under the Trump administration, this partnership was reinforced through increased trade and military collaboration. In 2018, the United States goods trade surplus with Egypt was $2.6 billion, a 9.3 percent increase from 2017. The relationship also has  challenges, particularly concerning human rights issues. Looking ahead, Egypt anticipates continued collaboration with the U.S. on regional security matters, including counterterrorism efforts and stability in the Middle East. The re-election of President Trump is viewed by Egyptian leadership as an opportunity to solidify bilateral ties further and address mutual interests in the region.

Jordan

Jordan鈥檚 King Abdullah II congratulated President-elect Trump on his win in a telephone call on Wednesday. on official media outlets noted that King Abdullah 鈥渁ffirmed the strength of the friendship and strategic partnership relations between the two countries,鈥� adding that the King stressed the need to 鈥渋ntensify international efforts to maintain regional security and protect international peace and security, pointing to the pivotal role of the United States in this regard.鈥� quoted former officials and analysts noting that Jordan has solid relations with both the Democratic and Republican parties and will be able to work with a Trump administration. Others noted that the return of Trump means the return of the 鈥淒eal of the Century,鈥� which may adversely impact Palestinian rights and thereby impact Jordan negatively. However, most analysts cautioned that it is too early to tell how the second Trump administration will address the ongoing wars in Gaza and Lebanon. 

Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was to congratulate President-elect Trump after confirmed results. Bibi said 鈥淐ongratulations on history鈥檚 greatest comeback!鈥� in an English-language statement signaling Bibi and his far-right government鈥檚 preference in this decisive election. Bibi added that Trump's return to office offered a "new beginning for America, a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America." Israeli press report that Bibi鈥檚 far-right government coalition also sees a key ally in President-elect Trump. notes 鈥淭he outcome of the election is a relief for Netanyahu鈥檚 coalition, which has 鈥榮 Democratic administration over the war in Gaza and Lebanon.鈥� Former Israeli officials told that Trump is likely to be stronger on Iran, adding that the US under Trump will surely do what the Biden administration did in protecting Israeli skies from Iranian attacks. 

Iran 

After President Trump's re-election, the Iranian government has  the significance of the US election outcome. Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated, "The election of the US president doesn't have anything specifically to do with us," emphasizing that Iran's policies remain unchanged regardless of US leadership. Former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, now vice president for strategic affairs,  this sentiment, asserting, "we have no interest in changing the results of the U.S. election," underscoring Iran's policy of non-interference. Iran has signaled its readiness to respond to heightened tensions on the regional front. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Deputy Commander, Ali Fadavi,  that Iran and its allies are preparing for a "strong and complex" response to Israeli actions, suggesting a cautious but prepared stance on potential regional conflicts. While Iran officially maintains that US elections will not alter its policies, economic pressures and regional security considerations may drive Iran to adapt its strategies as it navigates the potential implications of Trump's re-election.

Iraq

Following President Trump's re-election, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani  his and expressed a commitment to strengthening the partnership between Iraq and the United States. In a statement, al-Sudani emphasized the importance of mutual respect and shared interests, highlighting the potential for enhanced cooperation in security, economic development, and regional stability. The Trump administration's policies have significantly influenced US-Iraq relations. The US has provided substantial support to Iraq in its fight against ISIS, contributing to the country's security and counterterrorism efforts. However, the administration's firm stance on Iran has placed Iraq in a challenging position, given its close ties with both nations. President Trump's re-election may lead to increased pressure on Iraq to limit Iranian influence within its borders, potentially complicating Baghdad's efforts to maintain a balanced foreign policy. Prime Minister al-Sudani has welcomed the opportunity to enhance Iraq's partnership with the United States under President Trump's continued leadership, but he remains cautious about potential challenges arising from US policies on Iran and expectations for increased burden sharing. 

Kuwait

The Kuwaiti government   President-elect Donald Trump on his recent election victory and expressed optimism for continued strong bilateral relations between Kuwait and the United States. In an official statement, Kuwaiti officials emphasized their commitment to collaborating with the incoming US administration to further mutual interests, particularly in areas of security, economic development, and regional stability. Kuwaiti leaders anticipate that President Trump's return to office will reinforce old ties and facilitate joint efforts to address challenges in the Middle East. While the Kuwaiti government has officially welcomed the election outcome, public sentiment appears more divided. Some Kuwaiti citizens have expressed reservations about President Trump's previous policies in the region, particularly concerning the Palestinians and the US stance on Iran. Experts  Kuwait will be one of the last countries in the region to normalize relations with Israel. 

Lebanon

Various leaders in Lebanon reacted to President-elect Trump鈥檚 victory in the US presidential elections. reported that Amal political party leader and speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri said the US President-elect Donald Trump had 鈥渟igned a written pledge at Hassan Abbas鈥� restaurant (in the U.S. state of Michigan) to secure a ceasefire in Lebanon once he wins,鈥� insinuating that he will bring an end to the war in his country. Former Lebanese Prime Minister congratulated Trump on his 鈥渨ell-deserved victory,鈥� which he hopes 鈥渙pens new and better doors for America, the world and my country.鈥� Leader of Lebanese Forces also congratulated the president-elect, adding 鈥淚 am confident that the steadfast US support for Lebanon, its constitutional institutions, its sovereignty, independence, and the establishment of its effective state will continue as we have known it.鈥� Lebanese MP and leader of the Kataeb party congratulated Trump for his "remarkable comeback,鈥� and referenced the letter President-elect Trump sent to the Lebanese American community in which he stated that the Lebanese people deserve to live in peace sharing the letter on social media. 

An Nahar newspaper noted that Trump鈥檚 return is bad news for Hizballah and therefore its patron, Iran given the maximum pressure policy that his administration pursued that culminated in the assassination of Qassim Suleimani. In analyzing the Trump win, newspaper noted that Trump鈥檚 victory and his incoming team brings respite in terms of his former team鈥檚 concerns about Lebanon鈥檚 sovereignty and their commitment in his position focused on limiting Iran鈥檚 influence in the country and the region, especially given Hizballah鈥檚 new political and military reality with its significant losses in the past 2 months.

reports that most Lebanese 鈥渂elieve that neither candidate in the US presidential race will bring stability to their country and the wider region, citing above all the US鈥檚 steadfast and bipartisan support for Israel.鈥� However, even if the Lebanese 鈥渓ook at the outcome of the elections with indifference, they remain aware of the significance the US鈥檚 role, and that of other powers will play in determining Lebanon鈥檚 future.鈥�

Morocco

King Mohammad VI  President-elect Trump Wednesday on his victory, emphasizing the historic relationship and alliance between the United States and Morocco. He further thanked Trump for his past recognition of Morocco鈥檚 sovereignty over Western Sahara, for which the Moroccan people would be 鈥渇orever grateful.鈥� Other sources analyzing the election noted that the Arab vote in US swing states  in favor of Trump to 鈥減unish鈥� the Biden administration鈥檚 policy on Gaza鈥攔emarking that many Moroccan-Americans took part in this rejection, breaking a history of alignment with the Democratic Party. Sources  to Trump as an 鈥渋mportant ally鈥� of Morocco given his policy of recognition of Western Sahara as part of the Abraham Accords, hoping to accelerate that policy by a consulate in the southern city of Dakhla. However though analysts expect Trump to attempt to revive the Abraham Accords, they also  that the president-elect鈥檚 deference to Israel in Gaza and the war in the Middle East could cause signatory Gulf countries to distance themselves from the agreement and his administration.  

Oman 

The Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs that Sultan Haitham bin Tarik sent a 鈥渃able of congratulations to President Donald Trump on the occasion of electing him as a new President for the United States of America.鈥� In recent years, the Gulf country has  its business ties to Trump. 

Palestinian Territories

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas congratulated President-elect Donald Trump as reported by , adding that "We will remain steadfast in our commitment to peace, and we are confident that the United States will support, under your leadership, the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people.鈥� Media reported that Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri told  that 鈥渢he US election was a matter for the American people, but it called for an end to the "blind support" for Israel from the United States. "We urge Trump to learn from Biden's mistakes,鈥� adding that Trump would be tested on his statements that he can stop the war within hours of taking office as US president.

reporting from Gaza and the West Bank noted that the Palestinian people are bracing themselves for the return of Trump to the White House given his steadfast support for Israel and 鈥淒eal of the Century鈥� that marginalized the Palestinians and prioritized normalization between Israel and Arab states. Akin to the Lebanese people quoted in various media reports, "some they did not see much difference between the former president and the current vice president and defeated candidate Kamala Harris, but Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel during his first term showed he was more biased towards Israel.鈥� However, there are some, who are just looking for a strong U.S. President that will end the war, the suffering and destruction. Interviews conducted with five Palestinians in Gaza by showcase that all of them blame the Biden administration for not ending Israel鈥檚 war in Gaza, some referencing that Trump was successful in ending the war in 2021 and that signals to them he will do it again once he assumes office. 

Qatar  

The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamam bin Hamad, was one of a handful of leaders in the Gulf to the ongoing conflict in the region, stating that he looks forward to 鈥渨orking together again鈥� and 鈥減romoting security and stability both in the region and globally鈥� via X. Since October 7, 2023, Qatar, alongside the US, has been a key interlocutor in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Trump鈥檚 close relationship with Israel has yet to show itself an asset or a challenge in negotiations, and thus they may be more wary of the return of the former president than their neighbors. 

Saudi Arabia  

State media in Saudi Arabia reported that both Saudi鈥檚 King Salman and Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman  the president-elect via cable and emphasized their  鈥渉istorically close [bilateral] relations that everyone seeks to strengthen and develop in all fields.鈥� On Wednesday, the Crown Prince also called Trump the same message, indicating Saudi鈥檚 interest in continued cooperation with the new administration and perhaps, continuing what the Biden administration just days ago, talks of a security pact leaving out components tied to normalization with Israel. At the World Economic Forum鈥檚 鈥淒avos in the Desert,鈥� Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan , 鈥淥bviously, we worked with President Trump before, so we know him and we can find a way to work with him very well.鈥� Some analysts have that under the previous Trump administration, the US approach to foreign policy in the Middle East (the hardline on Iran and focus on transactional exchanges) better aligned with Saudi鈥檚 regional strategy. It was, in fact, under Trump that negotiations with Saudi for the security 鈥渕egadeal鈥� began. Yet, the past year of war in Gaza and the conflict in the region has changed the status quo. Now, Saudi Arabia has  that normalization with Israel is 鈥渙ff the table鈥� until the question of Palestinian statehood is resolved鈥攁 challenge to the framework of Trump鈥檚 Abraham Accords. 

Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdo臒an  President-elect Donald Trump, referring to him as a "friend" and expressing hope that Trump's re-election will strengthen Turkey-US relations and resolve regional and global crises. In a recent phone call, Erdo臒an  Trump to visit Turkey, signaling a desire to reset the bilateral relationship. The Trump administration's approach to Turkey has been  by cooperation and contention. While Trump has maintained a personal rapport with Erdo臒an, his administration imposed sanctions on Turkey over its purchase of Russian S-400 missile defense systems, leading to Turkey's removal from the F-35 fighter jet program. Despite these challenges, Ankara has  optimism that Trump's re-election could improve ties. The Trump administration's transactional approach to foreign policy may lead to opportunities and challenges for Turkey as it navigates its alliance with the United States. All in all, while Ankara has cautiously welcomed Trump's re-election, the future of U.S.-Turkey relations will depend on how both nations address existing tensions and leverage opportunities for cooperation.

The United Arab Emirates  

The President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed offered a on X congratulating the president-elect and his running mate and  on the countries鈥� 鈥渆nduring partnership,鈥� 鈥渟hared ambitions for progress,鈥� and 鈥渃ontinued work...toward a future of opportunity, prosperity, and stability for all.鈥� Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed vice presidents of the UAE, also issued statements congratulating the president-elect. have stated that the hardline on Iran and focus on a transactional approach to economic partnership makes a Trump administration more appealing to the UAE. However, not only has the UAE  their involvement in regional conflict resolution and peacebuilding on the establishment of a Palestinian state, it was announced in September that the UAE does not to re-open talks with either administration on the sale of US F-35 fighter jets, part of the deal associated with the Abraham Accords (even after it was first that they aimed to resume talks with a potential Trump administration), potentially indicating complications in their commitment to the US-led Abraham Accords and hesitancy to deepen the framework.

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