Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 5/16/25: Witkoff: US Won't Force Israel To End Gaza Slaughter, Trump Says US and Iran Close to Deal, and More
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May 16, 2025 The U.S. government appears reluctant to intervene in Israel's military actions in Gaza, despite rising casualties. Trump proposes transforming Gaza into a 'freedom zone' while expressing optimism about a nuclear deal with Iran. Meanwhile, escalating tensions see missile strikes from Yemen aimed at Israel and deadly airstrikes in southern Lebanon. Additionally, critiques of previous diplomatic approaches reveal ongoing challenges in the region, as international talks between Russia and Ukraine loom on the horizon.
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US Refuses to End Gaza War
- The U.S. will not force Israel to stop its military operations in Gaza despite escalating violence.
- Israel depends heavily on U.S. military aid, so the U.S. could end the war by cutting support but chooses not to.
Trump's Gaza 'Freedom Zone' Plan
- Trump envisions the U.S. taking over Gaza to make it a 'freedom zone' despite the human cost.
- Israeli leaders are seriously considering this ethnic cleansing and territorial transformation plan.
Deadliest Day in Gaza Conflict
- Israeli attacks killed over 143 Palestinians in Gaza in one day, highlighting extreme violence amid the conflict.
- Hospitals have been targeted and forced out of operation during the bombardment.