Potentially good news has come to the war-ravaged Middle East just days before Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration as officials revealed Israel and Hamas have agreed on a ceasefire deal. The plan will include the release of at least some of the terror group’s hostages.
The intense diplomatic efforts of recent weeks brought about mounting pressure to resolve the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
This from thepatriotjournal.com.
The proposed deal, which would still need approval from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Security Cabinet, was hammered out after months of back and forth during tense negotiations.
Whether dead or alive, nearly 100 hostages still remain in captivity following Hamas’ October 7, 2023, attack on Israel.
Regional tensions have escalated dramatically since October 7th, with over 46,000 casualties reported and widespread destruction across Gaza. Previous attempts at reaching a lasting agreement had repeatedly fallen short, leaving families of hostages in agonizing uncertainty.
With multiple nations racing against time to secure a deal before America’s leadership change, in a dramatic development, Hamas has now accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of dozens of hostages, according to officials involved in the negotiations.
Call it The Trump Effect—after months of stalled talks, one clear message from the incoming administration has seemingly brought about results.
The proposed three-phase agreement outlines a comprehensive approach to ending hostilities. The initial phase would see the release of 33 hostages over six weeks, including women, children, elderly, and wounded civilians, in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.
Particularly significant is the provision for releasing five female Israeli soldiers, each in exchange for 50 Palestinian prisoners. This careful balancing of demands reflects the delicate nature of the negotiations and the high stakes involved for all parties.
NOTE: That is a 50-1 ratio. President Trump has not yet addressed this disparity.
The deal’s advancement appears heavily influenced by Trump’s approaching inauguration. The President-elect previously warned that “all hell will break loose in the Middle East” if the hostages were not released before he takes office. This stark message seems to have resonated with regional players, demonstrating the effectiveness of clear, forceful diplomatic positions.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar acknowledged the dual-track approach, confirming Israel’s cooperation with both current and incoming U.S. administrations to secure the agreement. This rare instance of bipartisan coordination underscores the critical nature of the situation and America’s indispensable role in Middle East peace efforts.
NOTE: The Israeli Foreign Minister is being too kind and perhaps too loose with his words—“dual-track” and “bipartisan” is not nearly as commendable in this instance as The Trump Effect. In less than a week he will certainly drop the nod to The Obama-Biden Regime who did nothing but perhaps encourage the October 7 Hamas invasion.
Among the remaining hostages are seven U.S. citizens, highlighting the direct American interest in securing a swift resolution. The involvement of Trump’s team, even before taking office, showcases America’s commitment to protecting its citizens abroad while maintaining regional stability.
If there is one thing history has taught us about Middle East peace deals, it is that strength and clarity matter more than endless diplomatic dancing.
The potential agreement represents a victory for peace through strength diplomacy, a cornerstone of conservative foreign policy. By establishing clear expectations and consequences, negotiators have achieved what months of previous discussions could not. Again, The Trump Effect.
As the January 20th deadline approaches, all eyes remain fixed on the final stages of these crucial negotiations. The outcome will not only determine the fate of dozens of hostages but also set the tone for American leadership in the Middle East under the incoming administration. The world waits to witness the results of diplomatic pressure where emasculated handwringing and alms giving to moslem fanatics brought nothing.
Many believe, however, the Trump administration is being tricked into adopting The Obiden Regime’s Hamas policy.
Two issues to strongly consider:
1. The Hamas Surrender Deal is the same deal The Obama-Biden Regime has been pushing all along which consists of Israel giving Hamas everything it wants in exchange for the release of living or dead hostages.
The final terms have not yet been made public, but a leaked draft calls for exchanging live terrorists for dead hostages, an Israeli withdrawal, and Qatar being allowed to ‘reconstruct’ Gaza. Attempts to ‘sell’ the deal hinge on such details as whether Israel will be able to go back into Gaza which will be subject to interpretation. Based on past history, the interpretation that will be followed is the one that forces an end to the fighting.
2. The Hamas Surrender Deal puts the Trump administration in charge of then enacting and managing a policy crafted by the moslem Kenyan Obama and Qatar. The consequences when it inevitably falls apart will be on Trump.
UPDATE:
Although details are scarce as the news continues to break, here is what is known so far concerning the agreed upon ceasefire deal.
– When does the deal take effect? The plan still needs approval from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Security Cabinet and then his full Cabinet. Both are dominated by Netanyahu allies and are likely to approve any proposal he presents.
– What happens to the hostages? Nearly 100 people are still captive inside Gaza, and Israel’s military believes at least a third are dead. The three-phased agreement would begin with the release of 33 women, children, older adults and wounded civilians in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian women and children imprisoned by Israel. Soldiers and other male captives would be released in the second phase.
– What does the deal mean for the war? The agreement would bring relief to the hard-hit Gaza Strip, where Israel’s offensive has reduced large areas to rubble and displaced around 90% of the population of 2.3 million, many at risk of famine.
Final thoughts: The Trump administration is being taken for a ride with these miserable concessions from Hamas and the pressuring of Israel to accept a deal they have not wanted all along.
This is not a win for Trump and a deal has not yet been finalized. I would anticipate the possibility “all hell will break loose” before a deal such as this is seen as being acceptable by both sides.
