Trump's Role in Ceasefire Negotiations

Donald Trump successfully brokered a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas, overshadowing Joe Biden’s previous unsuccessful attempts to achieve the same outcome. Many sources indicate that both Hamas and Israel were motivated to finalize an agreement before Trump took office, as they anticipated he would apply pressure to ensure compliance. The dynamics shifted significantly after Trump’s engagement, which added leverage to the negotiation process. Despite Trump not yet being president, his influence appears to have played a pivotal role in breaking the stagnation that characterized earlier negotiations.