The Winston Marshall Show Haviv Rettig Gur - The BIG Problem With Trump’s Peace Plan For Gaza
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Oct 18, 2025 
Haviv Rettig-Gur, an Israeli political analyst and journalist, dives into the complexities of the Trump peace plan for Gaza. He discusses Hamas's resurgence and the implications of Qatar and Turkey's influence on the situation. Haviv critiques the viability of the international stabilization force, relating it to past failures and the challenge of disarming Hamas. The conversation also explores Israel's shifting political landscape post-hostage return and delves into the precarious future of Gaza amidst conflicting interests. A compelling look at a tumultuous region.
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Two-Part Trump Plan — Hostages vs Reconstruction
- The Trump plan is two parts: immediate hostage return and a longer 20-point reconstruction/disarmament plan.
- The hostage return succeeded but the detailed 20-point plan faces practical collapse because Hamas refuses disarmament.
Qatar And Turkey Hold The Leverage
- Qatar and Turkey are Hamas's primary patrons and thus hold the key leverage to pressure Hamas.
- Without them actively forcing Hamas to relinquish arms or leadership, international stabilization forces will fail to disarm Hamas.
Stabilisation Forces Often Fail To Fight
- International stabilization forces historically avoid real combat and can become protective shields for armed groups.
- An ISF in Gaza risks becoming a UNIFIL-style force that protects rather than disarms Hamas if members refuse to fight.
