Stay Tuned with Preet Trump’s Plan for Gaza (with Antony Blinken)
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Oct 2, 2025 
Antony Blinken, the former U.S. Secretary of State, shares insights on Trump’s proposed plan for Gaza, rooted in his team's earlier ideas. He discusses the challenges of securing a ceasefire and the complexities of Netanyahu's messaging. Blinken highlights the role of intermediaries in dealing with Hamas and examines shifting U.S. and Israeli public opinion on the war. With concerns about civilian harm and radicalization, he advocates for a time-bound approach to Palestinian recognition tied to key reforms. Blinken also reflects on U.S. strategies regarding Ukraine and the role of the U.N.
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Trump Plan Reflects Earlier U.S. Framework
- The Trump plan largely mirrors a framework Antony Blinken and his team developed for post-conflict Gaza governance and security.
- That framework centers on transitional authorities, international forces, and an eventual handover to Palestinians.
Plan Intends To Change Gaza's Political Reality
- The plan aims to end the war, return hostages, and begin a massive rebuild while creating a different political reality in Gaza.
- Its success hinges on implementation details and whether Hamas and Israel genuinely commit to it.
Phased Handover Limits Loopholes
- The agreement ties Israeli withdrawal to disarmament progress and security assessments, but allows phased handover in Hamas-free areas.
- That phased approach could begin governance and rebuilding without waiting for total Hamas acceptance.