Ghaith Al-Omari
Ghaith Al-Omari is a senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, where he focuses on issues related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and U.S. policy in the Middle East. With extensive experience in the region, Al-Omari has been an advocate for peace and stability, emphasizing the importance of U.S. assistance to Jordan and the delicate balance of relationships in the region. His insights often address the complexities of Middle Eastern politics, particularly the impact of U.S. foreign policy on Jordan's security and its role as a host to Palestinian refugees.
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Ghaith al-Omari stated that the technocrats will face enormous pressure for progress.
Trump convida Lula, Milei, Erdogan e líderes do Egito e Canadá a integrar ‘Conselho da Paz’ para Gaza
Brazil· 2026-01-17
Ghaith al-Omari, a senior fellow at the Washington Institute think-tank, said Hamas’ actions aimed to show Gazans and foreign powers alike that it cannot be bypassed.
Hamas seeking to widen control over Gaza as post-war talks grind on
Canada· 2025-11-14
Ghaith al-Omari discusses the current optimism regarding regional coordination.
Analysts question whether Trump plan can strip Hamas of weapons and power
United States· 2025-10-11
Ghaith Al Omari discusses who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks.
Taiwan conducts 10-day military drillUnited States· 2025-07-17
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Video shows machine gun fire near Gaza aid siteUnited States· 2025-07-16
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and a former adviser to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
US Citizen who spied on Ukraine awarded Russian passportUnited States· 2025-07-16
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
World’s oldest marathon runner dies at 114 in a hit-and-runUnited States· 2025-07-15
Ghaith Al Omari discussed who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks.
Trump: ‘I’m not done’ with PutinUnited States· 2025-07-15CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Video: Father of American citizen killed in West Bank speaks to CNNUnited States· 2025-07-15
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Trump demands Russia reach peace deal within 50 daysUnited States· 2025-07-14Ghaith Al Omari discusses who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks.
Top Russian diplomat is in North Korea. What does this mean?United States· 2025-07-13CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and a former adviser to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
How Trump is using tariffs as a political weaponUnited States· 2025-07-12
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Rubio meets Russian foreign ministerUnited States· 2025-07-12Ghaith Al Omari discussed who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks.
Analysis: Do Trump’s words affect Putin’s actions?United States· 2025-07-12Ghaith Al Omari discussed who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks with CNN's Audie Cornish.
Doctor drives heart through Kyiv during Russian drone attackUnited States· 2025-07-12
Ghaith Al Omari discussed who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks.
Iran deports half a million Afghan refugeesUnited States· 2025-07-12
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Crackdown in Japan’s red-light districtUnited States· 2025-07-12
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and a former adviser to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Eight children killed by Israeli strike at clinicUnited States· 2025-07-11
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Robot soccer kicks off China’s humanoid sports boomUnited States· 2025-07-10
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and a former adviser to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
First responders used a garden hose to rescue people from Texas floodingUnited States· 2025-07-10
Ghaith Al Omari spoke with CNN’s Audie Cornish about who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks.
‘Absolute shock’: Witness captures moment friend’s home swept away in floodingUnited States· 2025-07-10
CNN’s Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and a former adviser to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas.
Aftermath of floods in Texas RV parkUnited States· 2025-07-09
Ghaith al-Omari, a former official with the Palestinian Authority, said in an interview that Trump really seems to want a deal.
Gaza ceasefire remains uncertain after Trump and Netanyahu meet at White HouseCanada· 2025-07-08
Ghaith al-Omari, senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, discussed the challenges of establishing a new administration in Gaza.
Trump-Netanyahu talks expected to address question of Gaza without HamasUnited States· 2025-07-06
Ghaith al-Omari, a former advisor in the Palestinian presidential palace, described the situation in Ramallah.
Hussein al-Scheich: Der Mann, auf dem die Hoffnungen vieler Palästinenser ruhen. - Politik
Germany· 2025-04-27
Ghaith al-Omari is a former adviser to Mahmoud Abbas and a senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.
Palestinian Leader Abbas Appoints Hussein al-Sheikh as Deputy Amid Succession FearsUnited States· 2025-04-26
Ghaith Al-Omari commented on the funding for Gaza and the role of the Palestinian Authority.
Egypt, Arab countries meet to discuss Trump's Gaza plan, offer counterproposalUnited States· 2025-03-05
Ghaith Al-Omari commented on King Abdullah's vulnerable position regarding US leverage.
Trump meets Jordan’s king, repeats Gaza takeover plan - World
Pakistan· 2025-02-12