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Trump Urges Gaza Ceasefire, Criticizes Palestinian Statehood Recognition

9/25/2025

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Trump Calls Gaza Ceasefire

President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, urging an immediate Gaza ceasefire and criticizing Western recognition of Palestinian statehood as rewarding Hamas.
He pressed for return of Israeli captives, blaming Hamas for stalled talks while avoiding criticism of Israel.
Hamas denied responsibility for talks' failure, while leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron recognized Palestinian statehood, contrasting with Trump.

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France Defends Palestinian Initiative

A French government spokesperson defended the U.N.-backed initiative for Palestinian statehood, saying it aims to marginalize Hamas and advance a two-state solution, countering Trump.
Backed by 142 states, the plan commits to excluding Hamas from future governance and to promoting regional integration.
Donald Trump condemned the French-Saudi plan as rewarding Hamas and prolonging conflict, insisting on return of Israeli captives.

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Historical Context

The United Nations proposed the partition of Palestine in 1947, leading to Israel's establishment and ongoing conflict, with 33 nations supporting the resolution. President Trump's recent calls for a Gaza ceasefire and criticism of Palestinian statehood echo historical tensions over recognition and governance, reflecting the complex geopolitical landscape shaped by differing views on Hamas and statehood, notably contrasting with French President Macron's stance.

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Trump Calls Gaza Ceasefire

President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, urging an immediate Gaza ceasefire and criticizing Western recognition of Palestinian statehood as rewarding Hamas.
He pressed for return of Israeli captives, blaming Hamas for stalled talks while avoiding criticism of Israel.
Hamas denied responsibility for talks' failure, while leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron recognized Palestinian statehood, contrasting with Trump.

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