From President Donald Trump’s perspective, the emerging peace pact for Gaza is nothing short of a “great deal for Israel.” This strong endorsement highlights the administration’s belief that the agreement not only ends the war but also strengthens Israel’s security and achieves its primary goal of bringing all hostages home.
The deal, which Secretary of State Marco Rubio says is “90 per cent” finalized, was crafted under Trump’s guidance. It has reportedly been accepted in principle by Hamas, a major diplomatic achievement. The framework is built on a clear trade: hostage freedom for a limited Israeli military pullback.
This pullback to the “yellow line” (the mid-August position) is a calculated concession designed to secure the release of every captive, which Rubio identified as “priority number one.” The final arrangements for this exchange are currently being worked out by technical teams.
Trump’s characterization of the deal as beneficial for Israel is reinforced by his claim that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is fully on board. This alignment is crucial for the deal’s implementation and for presenting a strong, unified stance in the final phase of negotiations.
Furthermore, Trump’s vision extends to neutralizing Hamas as a long-term threat. His warning of “complete obliteration” if the group refuses to cede power serves as the enforcement mechanism for the deal, ensuring that the peace, once achieved, is on terms favorable to regional stability and Israeli security.