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Trump Says He Doesn't Trust Netanyahu, Vows to End Gaza War After Hamas Massacre

Dec 12, 2024, 05:13 PM

President-elect Donald Trump, in a recent interview with Time Magazine, stated that he does not trust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or anyone else. Trump emphasized his intention to end the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza during his second term, aiming for a lasting peace. He expressed openness to various solutions, including a two-state approach or other alternatives, while acknowledging the challenges of achieving peace. Trump also referenced the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack that killed over 1,000 people, calling it a tragic day and underscoring the need to prevent similar events in the future. Additionally, Trump hinted at potentially reversing his previous stance on West Bank annexation, a policy he had halted during his first term. His pick for U.S. ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has expressed support for Israeli settlements and annexation, aligning with a more hardline approach to the region.