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Trump Pushes Gaza Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Hostility

12/26/2025

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Trump Pursues Gaza Ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump aims to advance to the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire despite significant challenges.
The ceasefire endorsed by the UN has seen Hamas release hostages, while both sides accuse violations.
Israel controls parts of Gaza, while Hamas maintains authority in the west.
Trump plans to form a Board of Peace to oversee Gaza's administration, but Hamas resists disarmament, delaying international troop deployment and reconstruction.

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Netanyahu Delays Ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is accused of obstructing the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, due in January.
Egypt's State Information Service says Netanyahu is redirecting U.S. focus to other regional issues to delay progress.
Hamas says it has met the ceasefire conditions.
The United States is frustrated and presses for Palestinian technocratic government and an international peace council, amid obstacles including Hamas's disarmament and a multinational force deployment.

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Historical Context

The 2014 Gaza War, initiated by Israel on July 8, resulted in over 2,200 Palestinian and 73 Israeli deaths, with significant displacement of Palestinians. The conflict stemmed from ongoing tensions since Hamas's rise to power in 2007 and Israel's blockade. Today, President Trump's efforts for a new ceasefire face similar challenges, as Hamas resists disarmament while Israel maintains control over Gaza, highlighting the enduring struggle for peace.

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Trump Pursues Gaza Ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump aims to advance to the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire despite significant challenges.
The ceasefire endorsed by the UN has seen Hamas release hostages, while both sides accuse violations.
Israel controls parts of Gaza, while Hamas maintains authority in the west.
Trump plans to form a Board of Peace to oversee Gaza's administration, but Hamas resists disarmament, delaying international troop deployment and reconstruction.

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