Morning Joe Trump's Gaza peace plan wins global support as world awaits Hamas response
Sep 30, 2025
David Ignatius, a Washington Post columnist focused on national security, and David French, a New York Times legal commentator, dive into Trump's recently endorsed Gaza peace plan gaining international momentum. They analyze the proposal's details, including its ceasefire framework and proposed stabilization force. The duo discusses the shifting perceptions of Arab leaders towards Trump, the implications of U.S. public support for Israel, and the potential consequences of Hamas’s choice in accepting the deal. The conversation is a compelling exploration of complex geopolitical dynamics.
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Detailed Day-After Plan For Gaza
- Trump unveiled a 20-point Gaza plan that many countries back while Hamas remains the sole holdout.
- The plan includes a phased Israeli withdrawal, hostage return terms, and an international stabilization board.
Plan Reads Like A Conditional Surrender
- David Ignatius says the plan resembles a surrender deal with exile and amnesty options for militants.
- He notes Israel likely retains buffer zones and military access after the transition.
Hamas Rejection Would Shift Legitimacy
- International agreement excluding Hamas could legitimize continued Israeli military action if Hamas refuses.
- Waning U.S. public support for Israel raises long-term strategic concerns for Israeli leaders.