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Trump Plans Cooperation with Israel and Steve Witkoff to Prevent Gaza Terrorism After Ceasefire Deal, Expanding Abraham Accords

Jan 15, 2025, 05:29 PM

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to collaborate with Israel and its allies to prevent Gaza from becoming a safe haven for terrorism. In a statement following a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, Trump emphasized that his National Security team, led by Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, will work closely with partners to ensure that Gaza never again poses a threat. He reiterated the commitment to advancing peace through strength in the region and building on the momentum of the recent ceasefire to further expand the historic Abraham Accords.