Morning Joe Trump and Netanyahu united on the future of Gaza
Dec 30, 2025
In this discussion, David Rode, a senior national security reporter at MSNOW, shares his insights on the meeting between Trump and Netanyahu, revealing their lack of concrete plans for Gaza. He highlights stalled efforts for Hamas disarmament and critiques the personal diplomacy style that may weaken U.S. foreign policy. Rode also delves into the complexities of escalating tensions in Venezuela and Trump's ambiguous stances on international issues like China and Ukraine, emphasizing how personality-driven politics may impact global stability.
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Gaza Deal Lacks Substance
- Trump and Netanyahu emphasized personal rapport but produced no concrete progress on Hamas disarmament or a stabilization force in Gaza.
- David Rode says phase two stalled and key issues like a governance alternative in Gaza remain unresolved.
Trump Trusts Foreign Leaders' Claims
- Trump repeatedly accepts leaders' claims, notably repeating Putin's account of an attack on his residence without independent confirmation.
- David Rode warns this pattern undermines trust in U.S. foreign policy and intelligence verification.
Venezuela Strike Signals Escalation
- The U.S. conducted an apparent CIA drone strike on a Venezuelan dock, marking a new land-target escalation in the anti-narcotics campaign.
- David Rode says the strike signals an administration push for regime change and broadens covert operations globally.