Middle East Expert: Trump's Gaza Deal 'Hanging By A Thread' Amid Hamas Standoff
Forbes Breaking NewsNovember 7, 20254 min725 views
7 connections·11 entities in this video→Trump's Stated Deal with Hamas
- 🗣️ President Trump claimed a deal was made with Hamas for them to "behave" and "be nice," with a threat of eradication if they did not comply.
- 🤝 Steven Witoff and Jared Kushner met with Hamas, an exceptional engagement with a designated terrorist organization, reportedly reaching an agreement for Hamas to abide by Trump's terms.
The Fragile State of the Deal
- ❓ The core question is not whether Hamas will agree in perpetuity, but what happens when Trump perceives they are no longer adhering to the deal.
- 🧵 The deal is described as "hanging on by a thread" and held together by "duct tape" as neither Israel nor Hamas wants to be the one to formally break it with Trump.
Hamas's Actions and Motivations
- ⚠️ Hamas is seen as being on "thinner ice" due to ongoing non-compliance, including refusing to disarm and slow-rolling the return of hostages' bodies.
- 🔪 Hamas is reportedly carrying out "summary executions" and "slaughtering their own people" to demonstrate their continued power and brutality in Gaza.
- ⏳ Hamas is accused of "playing for time" and slow-rolling the return of hostages, but as long as bodies are returned, Trump may remain somewhat satisfied.
The Path Forward and Future Challenges
- 🕊️ The next phase involves Hamas laying down arms and a responsible authority governing Gaza, a scenario deemed "exceedingly difficult."
- 🚧 It is unlikely anyone will govern Gaza until Hamas surrenders, yet Hamas is unlikely to surrender unless forced, creating a significant crossroads.
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