I truly regret inviting Trump the robber to the Middle East. He didn't come to discuss cooperation. He came to collect tributes, fountains, palaces, golden welcoming ceremonies, light shows, private flights. In his eyes, these grand gestures are not courtesies but spoils of war. I originally thought he was here to negotiate partnerships, but it turned out to be nothing but his personal showcase tour. What he needs is not allies but admirers. Those luxury cars, honor guards, and palace banquets were all meant to please him. As long as he feels like a king, he will almost agree to any deal. He revels in luxury and craves media attention. He doesn't understand real diplomacy, only how much he can gain from us. He doesn't need agendas, he just needs cameras. We weren't engaging in international relations. It was more like participating in his grand reality show. Next time, I'd rather host dancers from the Crazy Horse Paris than light a single lamp for him again.