US Middle East policy
Two Years of Gaza War: Stalemate Continues as Peace Remains Elusive Despite Mounting Costs
Oct 08, 2025 02:29 am CST
After two years of devastating conflict in Gaza following Hamas' October 2023 attack, Israel and Hamas remain locked in a military and diplomatic stalemate. Despite inflicting substantial damage on Hamas and its regional allies, Israel has failed to achieve its primary objectives while facing increasing international isolation. The conflict has left Gaza in ruins with tens of thousands dead, 90% of the population displaced, and no clear path to resolution despite renewed US-led ceasefire efforts. Both Netanyahu and Hamas cling to power amid mounting domestic criticism, regional instability, and humanitarian catastrophe.
Trump Announces Gaza Peace Negotiations Underway: Hostage Release Contingent on Ceasefire
Oct 06, 2025 02:32 am CST
President Trump reveals Gaza truce negotiations will take several days, with Secretary of State Rubio emphasizing that Israeli strikes must cease for hostage releases to proceed. Hamas has responded positively to Trump's peace roadmap, though challenges remain regarding Gaza's future governance and militant disarmament.
Arab Nations Unite Behind Trump's Gaza Peace Plan as Hamas Weighs Critical Decision
Oct 02, 2025 03:18 am CST
Arab and Muslim leaders are urging Hamas to accept President Trump's 20-point Gaza peace proposal, prioritizing an end to Israel's devastating military campaign despite some concerns about specific details. The plan promises an Israeli withdrawal, Palestinian retention of Gaza, and international support for reconstruction, representing a potential turning point in the nearly two-year conflict that has expanded across multiple Middle Eastern countries.
Palestinian Authority Expresses Support for Trump's Gaza Peace Initiative
Sep 30, 2025 05:54 am CST
The Palestinian Authority has officially welcomed US President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza, describing his efforts as "sincere and determined" and expressing confidence in his ability to broker peace in the region. This positive response indicates a potential diplomatic breakthrough in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Trump Announces Phased Withdrawal Plan for Israeli Forces from Gaza as Part of US Peace Initiative
Sep 30, 2025 03:10 am CST
President Trump revealed key details of Washington's Gaza peace plan, including a timeline for Israeli forces to withdraw in phases from the Palestinian enclave. The plan involves coordination with a new transitional authority that would govern Gaza, marking a significant development in US policy toward resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.