David Schenker
David Schenker is an American diplomat and former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, known for his expertise in Middle East policy. He served during the final days of the Trump administration and gained attention for his 2021 visit to El Aaiún, the capital of Western Sahara, where he announced the establishment of a U.S. consulate, marking a significant diplomatic engagement in the region amid ongoing territorial disputes involving Morocco and the Sahrawi people.
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David Schenker, a former assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern affairs during the first Trump administration, commented on Trump's impatience to get the deal done.
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United Kingdom· 2026-05-28
David Schenker, a former U.S. assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern Affairs, warned that Lebanon must disarm Hezbollah to avoid becoming a failed state.
US should pressure Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah, former official says
United States· 2026-03-06
David Schenker expressed that Iran's rush to a ceasefire after a significant defeat should not be reassuring for its Latin American allies.
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Liechtenstein· 2025-07-02
David Schenker commented on the frustration with Netanyahu's actions.
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Guyana· 2025-05-26
David Schenker is a former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State who commented on the U.S. administration's frustration with Netanyahu.
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Vietnam· 2025-05-19
David Schenker revealed that he met with Vladimir Putin to discuss the portrait.
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Hong Kong· 2025-03-24
David Schenker is a former American diplomat who commented on the challenges of U.S. involvement in Syria.
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Saudi Arabia· 2025-03-06
David Schenker is a former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State who commented on U.S. policy towards Iraq and Iran.
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Iraq· 2025-03-01
David Schenker was present as the Special Envoy for Middle East Affairs.
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China· 2025-02-19
David Schenker became the highest-ranking Western representative to visit El Aaiún.
La ministra de Cultura de Francia rompe un tabú diplomático al visitar el Sáhara Occidental | Internacional
Spain· 2025-02-17