President Donald Trump concluded a trip the Middle East. It was heavy on pageantry, commerce and camel-appreciation.

For decades, Israel has leveraged its special relationship with the United States to serve as a gatekeeper to Washington.

Trump during his four-day tour embraced strongmen in ways new even for him. It’s a stark contrast to the derision and scorn ...

While it might look like Trump is turning toward peaceful diplomacy, at the core is the same goal that’s always driven U.S.