Trump declares Hamas must go: A new chapter in the Gaza conflict

• President Donald Trump has taken a firm stance against Hamas, declaring that the militant group cannot continue to control Gaza. This shift underscores a strategic pivot in U.S. policy, prioritizing the removal of Hamas as a key objective in the Middle East.
• The IDF is preparing for a potential full-scale occupation of Gaza City, with plans to take control of remaining Hamas strongholds. The IDF’s plans have drawn significant international criticism, particularly due to the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.
• Gaza is facing severe shortages of food, water and medical supplies, with reports of “real starvation” becoming increasingly common. The humanitarian crisis has sparked anger among some of Trump’s traditional supporters, with key MAGA influencers ramping up their criticism of Israel’s actions. Despite the crisis, Trump has chosen not to intervene, leaving Israel to proceed with its military plans.
• Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict continue, with White House envoy Steve Witkoff and Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani discussing a comprehensive deal to end the war and free all hostages. Their proposal includes a partial 60-day ceasefire, which is being considered as a potential framework for negotiations. A senior Hamas delegation has arrived in Cairo to meet with Egyptian intelligence officials, signaling a possible resumption of talks.
• The Trump administration is navigating a delicate balance between supporting Israel’s military actions and addressing the humanitarian crisis. Vice President JD Vance has acknowledged the starvation in Gaza while blaming Hamas for obstructing aid efforts. The administration is also working with regional allies to ensure aid reaches those in need and is pursuing diplomatic efforts to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage deal.

In a significant shift in U.S. policy, President Donald Trump has declared that Hamas cannot be allowed to remain in control of Gaza. This statement comes amidst escalating tensions and a worsening humanitarian crisis in the region, with the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) preparing for a potential full-scale occupation of Gaza City.

Trump’s stance, while not directly endorsing Israel’s military plans, underscores a strategic pivot toward prioritizing the removal of Hamas as a key objective in the Middle East.

Tough stance on Hamas

During a recent phone interview with Axios, Trump emphasized the need for a decisive resolution to the conflict, stating, “I have one thing to say: remember October 7, remember October 7.” This reference to the Hamas attack underscores Trump’s view that the militant group poses a significant threat to regional stability and must be eradicated.

Trump acknowledged the challenges in negotiating the release of hostages, suggesting that Hamas is unlikely to release them under the current circumstances.

Trump’s comments come after a “good call” with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Aug. 10, during which they discussed Israel’s plans to take control of remaining Hamas strongholds in Gaza. (Related: UNDER SIEGE: Israeli cabinet approves plan to fully occupy Gaza amid international condemnation.)

Netanyahu’s office confirmed that they are working on plans to “take over” Gaza City, a move that could involve the evacuation of Palestinian civilians and take several weeks to implement.

Humanitarian crisis and international backlash

The planned offensive has drawn significant international criticism, particularly due to the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. The region, roughly the size of Philadelphia, is facing severe shortages of food, water and medical supplies, with reports of “real starvation” becoming increasingly common.

Despite this, Trump has chosen not to intervene, leaving Israel to proceed with its military plans.

The humanitarian crisis has also sparked anger among some of Trump’s traditional supporters, with several key MAGA influencers ramping up their criticism of Israel’s actions.

Even within the administration, there is a recognition of the need to address the humanitarian situation, with Vice President JD Vance acknowledging the starvation in Gaza while blaming Hamas for obstructing aid efforts.

Diplomatic efforts and hostage negotiations

Amidst the military preparations, diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict continue.

White House envoy Steve Witkoff and Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani met in Ibiza, Spain, over the weekend to discuss a comprehensive deal to end the war and free all hostages. Their proposal, which includes a partial 60-day ceasefire, is being considered as a potential framework for negotiations.

A senior Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo to meet with Egyptian intelligence officials, signaling a possible resumption of talks. The delegation had previously left Qatar for Turkey when negotiations collapsed, but Turkish officials have encouraged Hamas to re-engage with mediators to try and reach a deal.

An Israeli official said that “the Turks have been very helpful” in facilitating these discussions.

Role of the United States

The Trump administration is walking a fine line, balancing its support for Israel with the need to address the humanitarian crisis and pursue a diplomatic solution. Vance emphasized this dual approach in an interview, stating that the administration is committed to working with regional allies to ensure aid reaches those in need while also pursuing the goal of removing Hamas from power.

Vance also highlighted the administration’s efforts to negotiate a diplomatic end to the war in Ukraine, suggesting that Trump’s upcoming meeting with President Vladimir Putin could be a step toward peace, even if it doesn’t yield immediate results.

“The president said this to me today, privately, said look, maybe this work works out, maybe it doesn’t, but it’s worth the effort, it’s worth trying,” added Vance.

Trump’s declaration that Hamas cannot be allowed to remain in Gaza reflects a hardening of U.S. policy toward the militant group. While the administration continues to support Israel’s military plans, it is also engaging in diplomatic efforts to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage deal.

The situation remains fluid, with the humanitarian crisis in Gaza adding urgency to the need for a resolution.

As the IDF prepares for a potential occupation, the world watches to see if a new ceasefire proposal can break the deadlock and bring an end to the conflict.

Watch this clip about Israel approving the plan to occupy Gaza City.

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Sources include:

NYPost.com

Axios.com

Brighteon.com