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A curious phenomenon is unfolding: long-standing calls from Palestinians and their supporters for international intervention are beginning to gain traction. Despite numerous challenges, US President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan could serve as a much-needed remedy for a fractured Middle East.
It is undeniable that the balance of power has historically favored Israel, which has maintained military dominance, significant political backing from the global community (until recently) and economic superiority in the region.
For years, American administrations have vied to demonstrate unwavering support for Israel, paying lip service to the two-state solution but in fact disregarding the principles of justice and fairness. The recent escalations of violence and war crimes committed by both Hamas and Israel, coupled with strong alliances in the Gulf, have influenced the Trump administration’s approach. Notably, the president’s plan has received the UN Security Council’s stamp of approval, indicating a departure from previous US policies that have been heavily swayed by Israeli interests.
While his methodology might be unorthodox and his motives questionable, Trump appears to have found a way to produce limited results through pressing Israel without totally alienating it. The latest example was how Trump initiated the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire plan without Israeli consultation — an unprecedented move that signifies a shift in the US-Israel dynamic.
