The Times of Israel Daily Briefing
Day 481 - Trump's new deal - moving Gazans out of Gaza?
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Quick takeaways
- President Trump's controversial remarks about relocating Gazans underscore the complexities of Middle Eastern geopolitics and regional relations.
- Barbara Leaf's insights emphasize the critical need for a post-war governance plan in Gaza to prevent lasting instability after conflicts.
Deep dives
Trump's Initial Week and Hostage Negotiations
President Trump's first week in office focused heavily on international negotiations, particularly concerning hostage situations involving U.S. citizens. Steve Witkoff, the U.S. Envoy who recently arrived in Israel, emerged as a key figure in these discussions, having garnered positive reactions from hostage families due to his commitment and the personal connection he established, relevant as he lost a child himself. His objectives include moving past initial negotiations toward more substantive agreements involving both Israel and Hamas, for which he seeks Saudi support to stabilize the relationship and pursue a normalization deal with Israel. However, achieving this will require Israel to not only ensure the war concludes but also to engage with Palestinian interests in a meaningful way, which presents considerable challenges amid the current political climate.
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