Staff Reports
President Donald Trump has brokered a groundbreaking agreement between Israel and Hamas, marking the first step toward peace in the Gaza conflict. On October 9, 2025, both parties agreed to the initial phase of Trump's 20-point peace plan, which includes a ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and the partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. This significant step, approved by the Israeli government, represents a major diplomatic breakthrough after two years of devastating conflict. Trump announced the deal enthusiastically on his social media platform, declaring it a move toward “strong, durable, and everlasting peace.”
Trump’s role in bringing about this agreement underscores his unique blend of toughness and negotiation skills that traditional globalist approaches have lacked. Unlike prolonged and ineffective United Nations forums or slow diplomatic channels that often yield little, Trump’s direct pressure tactics and readiness to hold parties accountable clearly made the difference. He warned Hamas of severe consequences if they failed to cooperate, demonstrating the power of firm leadership and resolve. This is the kind of decisive action that conservatively-minded Americans have long advocated for in foreign policy.
🚨 WHAT'S IN THE PEACE DEAL: Hamas accepts President Trump’s peace plan – ending 2 years of war in Gaza ✡️ and returning ALL hostages 🙌. A historic win for true diplomacy. Only Trump could deliver this. 🌍#Trump2025 #MAGA #PeaceDeal pic.twitter.com/wJ8PgfoCS9
— Bill Mitchell (@mitchellvii) October 10, 2025
Critics might downplay this as merely the “first phase,” but the reality is clear: any progress toward peace after years of stalled diplomacy is a win. While skeptics and liberals push endless negotiations that produce stalemates and continual violence, Trump’s ability to move the needle proves that strength and clarity beat hesitation. The release of hostages and withdrawal of troops on agreed terms directly addresses core humanitarian and security concerns, reflecting a practical, no-nonsense approach that prioritizes American and allied interests.
The left’s globalist fixation on diffuse cooperation and weak, endless dialogue has failed Israelis, Palestinians, and the broader Middle East for decades. They fail to grasp that peace is not won by placation but by bargaining from a position of power. Trump’s success, siding with Israel while engaging regional mediators like Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey on America’s terms, exposes the flaws of the liberal internationalist agenda. The United States must protect its allies without compromising its strength or values — a lesson often ignored until now.
As this ceasefire takes effect, the world watches to see if this initial step leads to lasting peace or falls victim to old political games. Yet, what cannot be denied is that effective leadership—bold, strategic, unapologetically America-first leadership—has delivered progress where others couldn’t. The question remains: after years of career politicians failing the Middle East and America, are we ready to embrace real leadership that understands the art of the deal? The Trump plan offers a hopeful path forward, driven by strength, clarity, and results.
