Trump Sets Sights on Middle East Peace, Hails 'End of Gaza War'
In a powerful address to the Israeli Knesset, US President Donald Trump has declared the end of the war in Gaza and set his sights on a broader vision for peace in the Middle East, urging Israel to recognize that it has "achieved all that it can by force of arms."
Speaking just hours after the release of hostages, Trump painted a picture of a "historic dawn of a new Middle East," one built on cooperation rather than conflict. His message was clear: the time has come to move beyond the violence and forge a path towards lasting stability, a vision that he said could ultimately include peace with Iran.
"We are here to herald the end of a long and painful chapter," Trump stated, addressing the Israeli parliament. "Israel has shown its strength, but true security now lies in building partnerships. We must use this moment to create an age of cooperation that extends across the entire region."
The president's speech underscored a significant shift in strategy, emphasizing the necessity of diplomacy after years of intense conflict. He pledged to use the full power of his presidency to facilitate this transition, positioning himself as a key architect of a new peace framework.
"This is not just about ending a war; it's about building a future," Trump added, highlighting the potential for economic partnerships and regional alliances that could emerge from this new understanding.
His words resonated with many in the Knesset, who saw his call for a new beginning as a crucial step toward long-term security. The challenge, however, will be translating this ambitious vision into tangible agreements with regional partners, including those historically opposed to Israel. The path to peace, Trump acknowledged, would be complex, but he expressed confidence that a new era of cooperation was not only possible but essential.
As the world watches, the next chapter in the Middle East's story remains unwritten, but with one of history's most dealmakers at the helm, the promise of a new dawn is now firmly on the global stage.