Trump’s inauguration dominated the airwaves last night

The coverage of Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration was the main topic of conversation on last night’s talk shows, with the nation’s hosts split between hope and apprehension over what his leadership will bring.

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on officially assuming office, writing in a statement that “I reaffirm our commitment to continued collaboration with his excellency to strengthen the strategic partnership between our two nations, advance shared interests, and promote the well-being of our peoples while bolstering security and stability in our region and the world.”

“Trump has returned to settle scores with those who opposed him … and to reward those who supported him, starting with the titans of finance and technology,” Lamees El Hadidi told viewers of Kelma Akhira (watch, runtime: 0:20).

The 47th president returned to the White House “strong,” former Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy told Lamees El Hadidi in an interview (watch, runtime: 34:53). “His speech outlined the trajectory of US policy in the coming period — marked by isolationism, individualism, and a pronounced tilt toward aggressive capitalism,” Fahmy said

Fahmy predicted that Trump would likely revive the “Deal of the Century” and pursue furthering the Abraham Accords between Arab states and Israel. He added that Trump focuses solely on the active party in any issue, disregarding the weaker side entirely.

“The world is in shock over Trump’s audacious speech, which delivered numerous significant messages and displayed great professionalism,” said writer and political analyst Abdel Moneim Said in an interview with Ahmed Moussa on Ala Masouleety (watch, runtime: 44:05).

“The new administration is entirely committed to Trump’s ideas and beliefs and stands ready to implement them.” Said added, “Trump is acutely aware of his words and the decisions he intends to make, particularly regarding Canada, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Panama Canal.” He warned, “Arab nations cannot afford to wait and see what Trump’s policies will bring. Instead, they must urgently prepare a comprehensive plan to address the evolving situation in the Middle East.”