The recent meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again brought the Gaza conflict into the global spotlight. Trump, known for his unpredictable diplomacy, claimed that a Gaza peace accord could be reached “within two weeks” and urged Hamas to accept the deal. However, given the history of Trump’s foreign policy maneuvers—marked by grand promises followed by erratic actions—skepticism remains over whether this will translate into real peace or just another fleeting statement.
Trump’s sudden optimism about a Gaza deal raises eyebrows, especially considering his long-standing, unconditional support for Israel’s hardline policies. During his presidency, he emboldened Netanyahu’s government by recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, cutting aid to Palestinians, and endorsing illegal settlements. Now, as he positions himself for a potential return to the White House, his rhetoric appears more about political posturing than genuine conflict resolution.
Worse still, Trump remained conspicuously silent as Israeli forces slaughtered thousands of Gazans in relentless bombardments. His indifference to Palestinian suffering underscores a troubling pattern: allowing aggressors to inflict maximum damage before stepping in as a self-proclaimed peacemaker. This was evident in the Iran-Israel tensions, where Trump let hostilities escalate before offering mediation. Such an approach is not statesmanship—it is cynical opportunism that costs innocent lives.
Trump’s insistence that Hamas must accept the deal and leave Gaza is a non-starter. Hamas, despite its controversial stance, remains a key political and military force in Gaza, and its complete removal is an unrealistic demand that only prolongs the conflict. True peace requires inclusive dialogue, not unilateral ultimatums. Past agreements have failed precisely because they excluded critical stakeholders—lessons that Trump seems unwilling to learn.
Moreover, his two-week timeline for a deal appears more like a campaign soundbite than a serious diplomatic effort. Gaza’s crisis is deeply rooted in decades of occupation, blockade, and failed negotiations. A lasting solution requires sustained engagement, not impulsive declarations.
Trump’s transactional and erratic style of diplomacy is ill-suited for resolving complex conflicts like Gaza. His strategy of allowing violence to peak before intervening only deepens distrust and suffering. The international community must reject this dangerous approach and instead push for consistent, impartial mediation that holds all parties accountable.
If Trump truly wants to broker peace, he must pressure Israel to halt its brutal offensive, ensure humanitarian aid reaches Gaza, and support a credible two-state solution. Otherwise, his promises will remain empty, and Gaza’s agony will continue. The world must not be fooled by theatrics—real peace demands justice, not just convenient ceasefires.
While Trump’s sudden interest in a Gaza deal may grab headlines, his track record offers little hope. True resolution requires ending Israel’s occupation, lifting the blockade, and addressing Palestinian rights—not just temporary truces. The international community must demand more than rhetoric; it must insist on accountability and a just, lasting peace. Otherwise, Gaza will remain trapped in a cycle of violence, with Trump’s promises fading as quickly as they were made.
