The Realignment

Pankaj Mishra: The World After Gaza - What Will Trump II Mean for Israel, Palestine, & the Middle East

Feb 20, 2025
Pankaj Mishra, an acclaimed author known for his critical views on global politics, discusses the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, especially post-October 7th. He critiques the Biden administration's failures and explores the implications of a potential Trump II presidency on the region. The conversation delves into Trump's rhetoric aligning with far-right Israeli agendas and the complexity of Hamas's control. Mishra also contrasts international responses to Gaza and Ukraine, highlighting racial biases in public sympathy and the effectiveness of nonviolent protests.
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Trump Acknowledges Gaza's Reality

  • Trump's Gaza proposal, while fantastical, acknowledges Gaza's destruction.
  • This contrasts with critics who call for Palestinians to return to now non-existent homes.
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Trump's Imperialistic Ambitions

  • Trump's Gaza plan isn't isolated; he's suggested annexing Greenland and Panama.
  • This signals a return to 19th-century imperialism, not a break from interventionism.
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The End State of Gaza

  • Trump's "finish the task" rhetoric implies Israel will ethnically cleanse Gaza before handing it to the U.S.
  • The Israeli far-right supports this, aligning with their long-held goal of a Palestine-free Gaza.
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