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Trump's Gaza Plan Stalls Amid Rising Regional Tensions

12/24/2025

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Bronwen Maddox, director of Chatham House, says the Gaza peace plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump remains stalled in phase one.
A gala celebrated the 20-point plan.
Trump's ceasefire has reduced violence, but it does not translate into a viable future plan.
She argues Israel's actions to destabilize neighboring countries such as Syria are increasing regional tensions and hindering peace prospects in the Middle East.

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Bronwen Maddox, director of Chatham House, says the Gaza peace plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump remains stalled in phase one.
A gala celebrated the 20-point plan.
Trump's ceasefire has reduced violence, but it does not translate into a viable future plan.
She argues Israel's actions to destabilize neighboring countries such as Syria are increasing regional tensions and hindering peace prospects in the Middle East.